tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8331327056157045202015-07-31T22:45:43.632-06:00Gentri LeeGentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09674664948794674777noreply@blogger.comBlogger698125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-36662992593948929502015-07-30T11:42:00.000-06:002015-07-30T11:42:03.115-06:00North Beach, Maryland<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RZNkEOZ9M0E/VbpcfhoMl_I/AAAAAAAALMw/NZ50h0MnQJo/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RZNkEOZ9M0E/VbpcfhoMl_I/AAAAAAAALMw/NZ50h0MnQJo/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-9.jpg" /></a><br />Now that I am back in Utah and things are starting to settle into place, it's hitting me that I won't be "heading home" to Maryland. It's an odd feeling. Utah is where I'm from and has always been home. But Maryland holds a special place in my heart and it makes me sad to think that that part of my life is in the past. Luckily I still have a few adventures to post about from my time there.<br /><br />First up is North Beach. I lived just down the street from this quaint little town and it was one of my favorite places to spend my time. Every Friday night, during the warmer months, they have a <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2014/09/my-farmers-market.html"><b>farmers market</b></a>; it was something my family and I loved doing. Being outside, walking along the boardwalk, eating their famous kettle corn, being surrounded by colorful shops and local fruit stands; there's almost no better way to spend a Friday evening.<br /><br />There is a little ice cream shop right on the corner that serves the most delicious coconut ice cream I've ever had. I wish I could have an entire bucket sent to me. We loved pretending to look through the view finders, even though we never actually paid to use them. And on my last visit to the farmers market, we brought my dad. He loved looking at the vintage cars that line the street, every Friday, for car enthusiasts like him to enjoy.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DRrldVxROac/VbpcmJu1W7I/AAAAAAAALNE/aHQZHVcm_kg/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DRrldVxROac/VbpcmJu1W7I/AAAAAAAALNE/aHQZHVcm_kg/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Jjw6ffDnbC0/VbpcmMZVr-I/AAAAAAAALM8/B1AxspqVu_s/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Jjw6ffDnbC0/VbpcmMZVr-I/AAAAAAAALM8/B1AxspqVu_s/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9eUJ45qHJww/Vbpcl1kM6rI/AAAAAAAALM4/Xy9XqiqipxQ/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-11.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9eUJ45qHJww/Vbpcl1kM6rI/AAAAAAAALM4/Xy9XqiqipxQ/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-11.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SXfrUEEyi2c/Vbpcy-l8lZI/AAAAAAAALNY/oTih_5DhEEw/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SXfrUEEyi2c/Vbpcy-l8lZI/AAAAAAAALNY/oTih_5DhEEw/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-H1rbyEtxn1o/VbpczU20bZI/AAAAAAAALNc/wL_zD3sH7qI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-H1rbyEtxn1o/VbpczU20bZI/AAAAAAAALNc/wL_zD3sH7qI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K_EhuocjaVw/Vbpczn4nDfI/AAAAAAAALNg/z053G0xZfRc/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K_EhuocjaVw/Vbpczn4nDfI/AAAAAAAALNg/z053G0xZfRc/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fNbWMHEQ5uA/Vbpczx1Wc3I/AAAAAAAALNs/Q3euCOtqwO0/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fNbWMHEQ5uA/Vbpczx1Wc3I/AAAAAAAALNs/Q3euCOtqwO0/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XAM7t4rtVGI/Vbpcy_k_IXI/AAAAAAAALNU/ofM9YPb0rUU/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XAM7t4rtVGI/Vbpcy_k_IXI/AAAAAAAALNU/ofM9YPb0rUU/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FgbqZOJF0m8/Vbpcy-TxwPI/AAAAAAAALNQ/xcRGzxCrDvc/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FgbqZOJF0m8/Vbpcy-TxwPI/AAAAAAAALNQ/xcRGzxCrDvc/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oCWM4FRuiiQ/Vbpc40Zl6vI/AAAAAAAALOM/wGkc_5UbQAQ/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oCWM4FRuiiQ/Vbpc40Zl6vI/AAAAAAAALOM/wGkc_5UbQAQ/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JiJyUivBM94/Vbpc5Nxys9I/AAAAAAAALOQ/G9v3dfCDbfI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JiJyUivBM94/Vbpc5Nxys9I/AAAAAAAALOQ/G9v3dfCDbfI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cTnTBdc7wZM/Vbpc4sJlrPI/AAAAAAAALOI/-cR4ARycctk/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cTnTBdc7wZM/Vbpc4sJlrPI/AAAAAAAALOI/-cR4ARycctk/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rYYmafd29r0/Vbpc4kg9GmI/AAAAAAAALOE/TmW4GlEdxrU/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-14.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rYYmafd29r0/Vbpc4kg9GmI/AAAAAAAALOE/TmW4GlEdxrU/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-14.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y3JETBhA4JU/VbpdBo7K28I/AAAAAAAALOo/3K3FwBl1UI4/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-16.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y3JETBhA4JU/VbpdBo7K28I/AAAAAAAALOo/3K3FwBl1UI4/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-16.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fTIAi6w7OuE/VbpdB5FTPHI/AAAAAAAALOs/judBOp1vSf8/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-19.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fTIAi6w7OuE/VbpdB5FTPHI/AAAAAAAALOs/judBOp1vSf8/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-19.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kSraxtWqvlA/VbpdG0IkR6I/AAAAAAAALO8/vsEO-OB1Qv4/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-15.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kSraxtWqvlA/VbpdG0IkR6I/AAAAAAAALO8/vsEO-OB1Qv4/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-15.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jp0gyu3FTJA/VbpdG-EnTsI/AAAAAAAALPA/VXwFWjsyu3s/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-17.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jp0gyu3FTJA/VbpdG-EnTsI/AAAAAAAALPA/VXwFWjsyu3s/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-17.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MyOu7S2zgT4/VbpdG6gFV9I/AAAAAAAALO4/IMnO4wKD9FI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-18.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MyOu7S2zgT4/VbpdG6gFV9I/AAAAAAAALO4/IMnO4wKD9FI/s1600/North-Beach-Maryland-18.jpg" /></a><br />view my outfit post <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/road-trip-prep.html"><b>here</b></a><br /><br />Just writing this post put me into a relaxed state. Something about that little town was so calming to me, even if it wasn't the fanciest or the biggest. It was what I needed at that time in my life, and that makes it worth more than all of the ritzy cities in the world.<br /><br />Have you ever been to Maryland? If you're planning a visit, take a day to explore the coastal towns that line the bay.Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-68458770855000002912015-07-28T07:00:00.000-06:002015-07-28T21:31:18.844-06:00Breakfast Pazookie Recipe // Real Medleys Yogurt Cups<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #QuakerRealMedleys #CollectiveBias</i></span></span><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WLP8Q0oxl5U/VbhISHlsqNI/AAAAAAAALLg/i5I5Va5D7W8/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WLP8Q0oxl5U/VbhISHlsqNI/AAAAAAAALLg/i5I5Va5D7W8/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_6.jpg" /></a><br />I'm not much of a breakfast food person. I make an effort to eat breakfast everyday, but I usually stick with something really simple. I don't know what it is, but breakfast foods and I just don't like each other, much. But when I heard about the new&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fcbi.as%2Fgeli&amp;sa=D&amp;sntz=1&amp;usg=AFQjCNHXFqxaWwKKDxW5vvpkH-GhZuTjMw" rel="nofollow"><b>Quaker® Real Medleys® Yogurt Cups</b></a></span></span>&nbsp;from Walmart, I had to give them a try! I mean, I have had plenty of yogurt in my life, but nothing like this before. <span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Real Medleys is a delicious blend of yogurt and multigrain granola with real fruit and crunchy nuts, it's real ingredients that offer quality and convenience to breakfast.&nbsp;</span></span>You simply add cold milk to the Real Medleys yogurt cups, stir, and enjoy (Crunchy. Cool. Yum)! However, I wasn't just going to eat them the regular way (although that would have been wonderful since this product is satisfying and delicious), I had other ideas in mind...<br /><br />Meet your new favorite breakfast food- the Breakfast Pazookie! Yes, you read that right, dessert for breakfast. Can life get any better? Luckily, this recipe is much better for you than the traditional pazookie of cookies and ice cream, but it carries with it the same great taste and marriage of hot and cold. With a homemade granola crust and the delicious <a href="http://cbi.as/epg7" rel="nofollow"><b>Real Medley's Granola &amp; Yogurt Blends</b></a> on top, you will start your day off right!<br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>*don't mind that I misspelled "pazookie" on the slate board... forgot that pesky "e" on the end. Also, I made some variations to the recipe after taking my pictures. please follow the recipe as I have written it here in the blog post rather than what I had written in the photos.</i></span><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JJS7ZgxURq8/VbhIauqtjgI/AAAAAAAALLo/gVZddKgaZo8/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JJS7ZgxURq8/VbhIauqtjgI/AAAAAAAALLo/gVZddKgaZo8/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_4.jpg" /></a><br />Ingredients<br />1 container of Real Medleys Granola &amp; Yogurt Blends<br />3/4-1 cup COLD Milk (will not activate with warm milk)<br /><br />1/2 cup Quick Oats<br />1/4 cup Flour<br />1/8 cup Sunflower Seeds<br />1/8 cup chia seeds<br /><i>*any other seeds or nuts you wish to add</i><br />1 egg<br />1/2 tsp honey<br />3 tbsp melted butter<br />1/2 tsp vanilla<br />1 tbsp brown sugar<br />sprinkle of cinnamon<br /><br />Serves 2-3<br /><br />To start, stir in cold milk with your Real Medleys Granola &amp; Yogurt Blend and let it sit for 2 minutes. You can add more milk later if it seems a bit thick but start with about 3/4 cup. After it has sat, really stir it to get that yogurt texture, making sure to scrape the bottom of the container. Then place the lid back on top and stick it in the fridge to keep it as cold as you can and to allow the yogurt to set.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ptTQOpiNP0o/VbhIgk9j1JI/AAAAAAAALLw/6p6Syo2TGXs/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ptTQOpiNP0o/VbhIgk9j1JI/AAAAAAAALLw/6p6Syo2TGXs/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_2.jpg" /></a><br />In a bowl mix your dry ingredients with a fork- oats, flour, spices, nuts &amp; seeds. Once it is well-blended, add the wet ingredients- egg, honey, butter, vanilla, and brown sugar. Stir until well mixed and all of the dry ingredients are coated with the wet.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t9Yy4uKyVsA/VbhInuzqpwI/AAAAAAAALMA/QN3Oh4pLjr4/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t9Yy4uKyVsA/VbhInuzqpwI/AAAAAAAALMA/QN3Oh4pLjr4/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_Recipe_1.jpg" /></a><br />Press your mixture/ granola into an oven safe dish. Since this recipe is made for two servings, I used a small pie dish, just big enough for two. Then bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until the granola starts to brown.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Pst17DFF1GU/VbhIvAOjZrI/AAAAAAAALMI/quRz9mlUuxk/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Pst17DFF1GU/VbhIvAOjZrI/AAAAAAAALMI/quRz9mlUuxk/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_7.jpg" /></a><br />Remove from the oven and while the granola "cookie" is still hot, top it with the chilled yogurt. The combination of hot and cold and the wonderful flavors will delight your tastebuds!<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MBVf92Bj45M/VbhIzb_gE-I/AAAAAAAALMQ/rkc8prj92BA/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MBVf92Bj45M/VbhIzb_gE-I/AAAAAAAALMQ/rkc8prj92BA/s1600/Breakfast_Pazookie_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zpT_p6xvHDc/VbhI7ZS21fI/AAAAAAAALMY/vZn4u7W2jfs/s1600/Breakfast_Pazooki_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zpT_p6xvHDc/VbhI7ZS21fI/AAAAAAAALMY/vZn4u7W2jfs/s1600/Breakfast_Pazooki_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pUFRyTh4Vnc/Vbb_1XrQEUI/AAAAAAAALLM/Q0FU3ZKLnqo/s1600/Quaker-Real-Medleys-Yogurt-Cups.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pUFRyTh4Vnc/Vbb_1XrQEUI/AAAAAAAALLM/Q0FU3ZKLnqo/s1600/Quaker-Real-Medleys-Yogurt-Cups.jpg" /></a><br />This was seriously delicious, and so easy to make. I feel like I can still smell it. The <a href="http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fcbi.as%2Fgeli&amp;sa=D&amp;sntz=1&amp;usg=AFQjCNHXFqxaWwKKDxW5vvpkH-GhZuTjMw" rel="nofollow"><b>Real Medleys Granola and Yogurt Blends</b></a> come in three flavors- Apple Cinnamon (which is what I used), Raspberry Pecan, and Strawberry Almond. If you want more ways to enjoy this product, you can <span style="font-family: inherit;">d<span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px;">ownload the Blippar app from your Apple or Android store to scan your package and receive information tutorials on Quaker® Real Medleys® Yogurt Cups.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px;">Are you going to try this recipe? You really should; it's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime! What is one of your favorite breakfast foods?</span></span>Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-50846177112890483842015-07-27T00:59:00.000-06:002015-07-27T00:59:35.240-06:00Post Hike Stretches // EAS AdvantEdge<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias</i></span></span><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-e2w1Ugd12z0/VbXF1TM5dgI/AAAAAAAALKU/atdSKxNemak/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-e2w1Ugd12z0/VbXF1TM5dgI/AAAAAAAALKU/atdSKxNemak/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-4.jpg" /></a><br />There are few things I love more than a great hike. Hiking is my favorite form of exercise, by far, because as a creative individual, I need more stimulation than just running on a paved road or working out in a gym. I love having to watch my footing, climb over rocks, the variation of incline, and the goal of reaching the top of a mountain or some other scenic destination. Hiking offers you a chance to be in nature while simultaneously getting a great workout. Plus, I feel rewarded when at the end of my hike I am greeted by a beautiful view.<br /><br />To prepare for a hike, or just any day when I know I'll be on my feet a lot, I love to drink <a href="http://www.walmart.com/search/search-" rel="nofollow"><b>EAS AdvantEdge Carb Control</b></a> (in chocolate, of course) from Walmart. It's a great source of protein which helps to nourish my muscles and prepare them for the workout that is to come. Plus, EAS Advantedge Carb Control helps to manage my hunger; which is perfect when I am planning to be away from any conveniences for a few hours.<br /><br />Since hiking works muscles in a different way than just walking around town, I often find myself feeling sore afterwards. A good stretch always helps to relax my tired body and it's something I try to do any chance I get. I decided to share my favorite and most simple post hike stretches with you, today! You can modify them to your own flexibility, just make sure you are keeping your form.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l6kiZs-jsDQ/VbXFNHVZ6fI/AAAAAAAALI8/J0k_83AmBcs/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Protein-Shake-2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l6kiZs-jsDQ/VbXFNHVZ6fI/AAAAAAAALI8/J0k_83AmBcs/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Protein-Shake-2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ugz_-Yr_anQ/VbXFNN2V0VI/AAAAAAAALI0/L-g7orsSh8Q/s1600/EAS-Protein-Shake-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ugz_-Yr_anQ/VbXFNN2V0VI/AAAAAAAALI0/L-g7orsSh8Q/s1600/EAS-Protein-Shake-1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ubKV0iaAw0o/VbXFVKu6AgI/AAAAAAAALJU/YHoIAlWrpO4/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ubKV0iaAw0o/VbXFVKu6AgI/AAAAAAAALJU/YHoIAlWrpO4/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6O6jg0BkMhs/VbXFVIt4sOI/AAAAAAAALJM/fMk6eAf_NhY/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6O6jg0BkMhs/VbXFVIt4sOI/AAAAAAAALJM/fMk6eAf_NhY/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DvI9fWcPBRo/VbXFeFylM2I/AAAAAAAALJs/stCT0suL9Uc/s1600/IMG_7497.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DvI9fWcPBRo/VbXFeFylM2I/AAAAAAAALJs/stCT0suL9Uc/s1600/IMG_7497.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SpOFQ2xh5o4/VbXFVtptcDI/AAAAAAAALJY/2I7Tmz-ZYuw/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SpOFQ2xh5o4/VbXFVtptcDI/AAAAAAAALJY/2I7Tmz-ZYuw/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control.jpg" /></a><br />Stretch 1- Balancing on one leg, bend your free leg back and grasp with your hand. Slightly push your hips forward (not too much) to get a great stretch in your quads. If you need to use a wall or railing to balance, that is fine. But make sure you are just lightly resting your free hand on the rail rather than relying on it completely. Keep your hips square during this stretch.<br />Hold for 10-30 seconds then switch legs<br /><br />Stretch 2- Bending from the hips, reach one arm forward and lightly pull your toes upward. Bend your back leg and sit into it. The further you sit into it the more stretch you will feel. Keep your back flat and your free arm on your hip for balance. You should feel the stretch in your hamstrings and calves.<br />Hold for 10-30 seconds then switch sides<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OMnARPdpaBw/VbXFeb0n36I/AAAAAAAALJ0/A0UO_0snLIk/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OMnARPdpaBw/VbXFeb0n36I/AAAAAAAALJ0/A0UO_0snLIk/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_1.jpg" /></a><br />Stretch 3- Balancing on one leg, bring your free leg up towards your chest. Clasp your hands around your knee and keep your hips square. Roll your ankle then alternate between flexing your foot and pointing your toes. You should feel the stretch in your glutes and it should also help to relieve tension in your ankle and achilles tendon.<br />Hold for 10-15 seconds then switch sides<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9DM_bwd0QyY/VbXFecnmg2I/AAAAAAAALJw/tNTSyG1Z5Ek/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9DM_bwd0QyY/VbXFecnmg2I/AAAAAAAALJw/tNTSyG1Z5Ek/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_2.jpg" /></a><br />Stretch 4- Place your hands on your hips and step forward. Bend your front leg and stretch your back leg straight. Press your hips forward as you do this. You will feel the stretch in your hip flexors as well as your back leg's calf muscles.<br />Hold for 10-15 seconds<br /><br />Bend your back leg to increase the stretch, pressing your hips forward as you do this. Be sure to not let your front knee reach over your toes at all. Your knee should be straight up from your ankle, otherwise you will put too much stress on your knee and could cause an injury.<br />Hold for another 10-15 seconds then switch sides<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XSXfTQBUXHE/VbXLycBek6I/AAAAAAAALKk/yCh3cW-ujfo/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XSXfTQBUXHE/VbXLycBek6I/AAAAAAAALKk/yCh3cW-ujfo/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_4.jpg" /></a><br />Stretch 5- Stand with your legs shoulder width apart and aim your toes slightly away from your body. Clasp your hands together behind your back with your palms facing up towards the sky. Slightly stretch them down towards the ground while opening up your shoulders and chest.<br />Hold for 10-15 seconds<br /><br />To increase the stretch, bend at the waist and stretch your arms towards the sky. Keep your legs straight and your back flat. You will feel this stretch in your biceps and triceps, shoulders and chest, as well as your hips and your hamstrings.<br />Hold for 10-30 seconds then slowly roll up.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qS5jSjDBNuU/VbXFh0PoMoI/AAAAAAAALKM/Ia_XbJWXD2Q/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qS5jSjDBNuU/VbXFh0PoMoI/AAAAAAAALKM/Ia_XbJWXD2Q/s1600/Post_Hike_Stretches_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yO2kVOcL6Vw/VbXTHHUOegI/AAAAAAAALK0/LDQAUQQFwoo/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yO2kVOcL6Vw/VbXTHHUOegI/AAAAAAAALK0/LDQAUQQFwoo/s1600/EAS-AdvantEdge-Carb-Control-6.jpg" /></a><br />Next time you plan to take a hike, be sure to grab some <a href="http://www.walmart.com/search/search-" rel="nofollow"><b>EAS AdvantEdge Carb Control</b></a> for the perfect pre-workout drink. It will help give you the energy you need that will sustain you through your workout. And don't forget to stretch before and after!<br /><br />What is your favorite form of exercise?Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-5073659271074875772015-07-24T10:34:00.001-06:002015-07-26T21:50:09.969-06:00Indoor Picnic Party // Share Funshine<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareFunshine #CollectiveBias</span></span><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yasQjzK-62g/VbHjSROrOpI/AAAAAAAAK_4/0wkGZQ5_0cE/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_15.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yasQjzK-62g/VbHjSROrOpI/AAAAAAAAK_4/0wkGZQ5_0cE/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_15.jpg" /></a><br /><i>photos for this post are a mix of my own and the lovely <a href="http://www.loriromneyphotography.com/"><b>Lori Romney Photography</b></a></i><br /><br />While I miss my East Coast life, so much, being home in Utah has a lot of advantages. One being that all of my friends are here! I have loved having any excuse to see them all as much as I can, they're probably getting sick of me, already. But I wanted to gather a few of my closest friends for a simple yet fun girls night, whether they're tired of me or not.<br /><br />I had beautiful plans to do this party outside on a picnic table under the trees. But then, the day of the party, a big thunder storm rolled through. With only a couple hours until the party, I was scrambling to figure out a plan B. As I was going through our linen closet, I found this beautiful, sheer fabric and decided that an indoor picnic under a fort would do the trick! So I tied it all up, added some lights and comfortable pillows, and breathed a huge sigh of relief as the guests (and their dogs) started to arrive.<br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">To feed my guests I decided that individually packed lunch boxes would be fun and unique. I wrapped up turkey sandwiches, made individual bags of chips, and little bowls of cherries. To drink I made some lemon and sage water and we also had some&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;"><a href="http://cbi.as/8v0q" rel="nofollow"><b>Dr Pepper®</b></a> chilling (in case any of us needed something a little stronger. haha). For dessert I had&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;">SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars and&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches, as well as little baskets of&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;">Skittles® and&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Starburst® Original to snack on. And of course, I couldn't forget about our&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">canine</span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;friends,<span style="font-family: inherit;"> I knew they'd be wanting some party food, too. So I served them some delicious (or so they tell me)&nbsp;</span></span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pedigree Dentastix® Original Flavor dog treats. They loved them and had to, eventually, be cut off.&nbsp;</span></span><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4poxYznAvxY/VbHjsApEzAI/AAAAAAAALAE/656Jt8XS_Vg/s1600/Boxed_Lunch_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4poxYznAvxY/VbHjsApEzAI/AAAAAAAALAE/656Jt8XS_Vg/s1600/Boxed_Lunch_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-U-jj_lWfoQ8/VbJ2TlUtCMI/AAAAAAAALEA/g31pCzA0vmY/s1600/Fort_Party_Picnic_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-U-jj_lWfoQ8/VbJ2TlUtCMI/AAAAAAAALEA/g31pCzA0vmY/s1600/Fort_Party_Picnic_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JvnFkHUa4EE/VbHjsGPpPkI/AAAAAAAALAA/20AFmht_bo8/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JvnFkHUa4EE/VbHjsGPpPkI/AAAAAAAALAA/20AFmht_bo8/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Q20bwF6mDk/VbHnx4K2eUI/AAAAAAAALCY/nCg_NXWLwDs/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4Q20bwF6mDk/VbHnx4K2eUI/AAAAAAAALCY/nCg_NXWLwDs/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lRdtCNyBbho/VbHj9q_kH0I/AAAAAAAALA4/7wt7hyBBfvk/s1600/Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lRdtCNyBbho/VbHj9q_kH0I/AAAAAAAALA4/7wt7hyBBfvk/s1600/Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xEBdPpLOuGM/VbHlUEvbMqI/AAAAAAAALB8/S9cSTIq_P00/s1600/Mini_Aussie_Pomeranian_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xEBdPpLOuGM/VbHlUEvbMqI/AAAAAAAALB8/S9cSTIq_P00/s1600/Mini_Aussie_Pomeranian_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W-R9UbeTshc/VbJ4CtAOPTI/AAAAAAAALEg/lY53O6DkdJQ/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W-R9UbeTshc/VbJ4CtAOPTI/AAAAAAAALEg/lY53O6DkdJQ/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-13eV9aypEBE/VbHn2jfC3LI/AAAAAAAALCg/MsYSP-Vae08/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-13eV9aypEBE/VbHn2jfC3LI/AAAAAAAALCg/MsYSP-Vae08/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GcYRMNHjkNg/VbHj9vE3O5I/AAAAAAAALAY/7PLlsyud4oQ/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_14.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GcYRMNHjkNg/VbHj9vE3O5I/AAAAAAAALAY/7PLlsyud4oQ/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_14.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fYKTywuuHf0/VbJ45p_BCKI/AAAAAAAALEs/fmkd8SjAzlg/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fYKTywuuHf0/VbJ45p_BCKI/AAAAAAAALEs/fmkd8SjAzlg/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E8IKDTFd2Sg/VbJ2xfxvKSI/AAAAAAAALEI/diV7uSakKxw/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E8IKDTFd2Sg/VbJ2xfxvKSI/AAAAAAAALEI/diV7uSakKxw/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nWp3ii13kBU/VbHj-x7vp-I/AAAAAAAALAo/kgMQXg6YVFg/s1600/Lemon_and_Sage_water.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nWp3ii13kBU/VbHj-x7vp-I/AAAAAAAALAo/kgMQXg6YVFg/s1600/Lemon_and_Sage_water.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nMN7aG-HzUE/VbJ5B-FRmFI/AAAAAAAALE0/UrUTCZMAMqc/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nMN7aG-HzUE/VbJ5B-FRmFI/AAAAAAAALE0/UrUTCZMAMqc/s1600/Fort_Picnic_Party_10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aI8vlD_leqA/VbHkTuTuShI/AAAAAAAALBQ/wbdYlPHBz_0/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aI8vlD_leqA/VbHkTuTuShI/AAAAAAAALBQ/wbdYlPHBz_0/s1600/Indoor_Picnic_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Fbt9o-k4kk0/VbHkTk0WHTI/AAAAAAAALBU/EzQolYBw2dg/s1600/Mini_Aussie_Pom_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Fbt9o-k4kk0/VbHkTk0WHTI/AAAAAAAALBU/EzQolYBw2dg/s1600/Mini_Aussie_Pom_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yNwk7gBuc7M/VbJ3YksqGyI/AAAAAAAALEU/1GuEKLbOjUM/s1600/Dentastix_Dog_Treats.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yNwk7gBuc7M/VbJ3YksqGyI/AAAAAAAALEU/1GuEKLbOjUM/s1600/Dentastix_Dog_Treats.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PQQT7FQOWSY/VbJ3Yt0_aKI/AAAAAAAALEQ/asSzN9tb4MA/s1600/Indoor_Picnic.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PQQT7FQOWSY/VbJ3Yt0_aKI/AAAAAAAALEQ/asSzN9tb4MA/s1600/Indoor_Picnic.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SLa7lfcc7HU/VbHlT5nFBRI/AAAAAAAALB0/QOCllrdk-eA/s1600/Boxed_Lunch_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SLa7lfcc7HU/VbHlT5nFBRI/AAAAAAAALB0/QOCllrdk-eA/s1600/Boxed_Lunch_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WweN1F5wung/VbHlT_VTwJI/AAAAAAAALB4/NSrUEy8JBfM/s1600/Startbursts_Share_Funshine.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WweN1F5wung/VbHlT_VTwJI/AAAAAAAALB4/NSrUEy8JBfM/s1600/Startbursts_Share_Funshine.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_WWcl0EIiBs/VbHkqd7n_bI/AAAAAAAALBo/P8eDr7HtctU/s1600/Fort_Picnic_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_WWcl0EIiBs/VbHkqd7n_bI/AAAAAAAALBo/P8eDr7HtctU/s1600/Fort_Picnic_1.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">I have loved "Sharing Funshine" with my friends and I know you will too! You can enter to win a $100 Walmart gift card, everyday, by clicking on the image, below. Also, be <span style="font-family: inherit;">sure to d</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">ownload the Blippar app from your Apple or Android store to scan your package and receive exclusive content.</span></span><br /><a class="e-widget generic-loader" href="https://gleam.io/b02dt/share-a-little-funshine-sweepstakes" rel="nofollow">Share a Little Funshine Sweepstakes</a><script async="true" src="https://js.gleam.io/e.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">***</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Inside each of the girls lunch boxes I packed a little something extra. What's a party without a party favor, after all? To go along with my candy and&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® theme, I decided to use&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® originals (with a little bit of other&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® variety mixed in) packaged in the cutest party favor that they can easily take with them and save for a later date.&nbsp;</span></span><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ABZq50sxOcM/VbJeuEH_UiI/AAAAAAAALDg/OpX6vu-_Q9w/s1600/M%2526M_Party_Favor_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ABZq50sxOcM/VbJeuEH_UiI/AAAAAAAALDg/OpX6vu-_Q9w/s1600/M%2526M_Party_Favor_1.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">To start you will need:</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">paper- regular or card stock will work</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">glue and/ or tape</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">thread to match</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">a sewing machine</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Directions:</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">cut your paper into quarters then roll into a cylinder and glue or tape the ends together. It should look like an empty toilette paper roll at this point.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">press one end of the cylinder together and sew it shut. Nothing fancy. This can be done by hand or with a sewing machine.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">fill the favor with&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® and leave about 3/4 of an inch at the top.</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sew the other end shut the OPPOSITE way you sewed the first. This way it makes a triangle/ prism shape.</span></span><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u3HdcCET8FU/VbJW7z1byII/AAAAAAAALCw/WrrrXMG9g5k/s1600/Party_Favor_Tutorial_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u3HdcCET8FU/VbJW7z1byII/AAAAAAAALCw/WrrrXMG9g5k/s1600/Party_Favor_Tutorial_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rbrDniKaC-g/VbJW_Fo-ZrI/AAAAAAAALC4/YH6rxdUkdxw/s1600/Party_Favor_Tutorial_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rbrDniKaC-g/VbJW_Fo-ZrI/AAAAAAAALC4/YH6rxdUkdxw/s1600/Party_Favor_Tutorial_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_SGBA4HC4RE/VbJen4pL0lI/AAAAAAAALDY/IEDr6QK0wjU/s1600/M%2526M_Party_Favor_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_SGBA4HC4RE/VbJen4pL0lI/AAAAAAAALDY/IEDr6QK0wjU/s1600/M%2526M_Party_Favor_3.jpg" /></a><br />It takes only a few minutes but looks like you spent a lot of time and energy into making your party perfect. You can do this without sewing and just tape or glue the ends shut. But I like the added detail of the thread. Either way, your guests will be so impressed and feel extra special.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fSvomIIoyOY/VbJhhOPW2kI/AAAAAAAALDs/PaRx34oeO9s/s1600/IMG_2284.JPG" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fSvomIIoyOY/VbJhhOPW2kI/AAAAAAAALDs/PaRx34oeO9s/s1600/IMG_2284.JPG" /></a><br />My party, even though there were some bumps in the road, turned out so fun and relaxed, just like I had hoped it would. We had a great time chatting the night away and snacking on delicious food like&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®,&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars, and&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Pedigree Dentastix® Original Flavor (dogs only, of course), all of which I was able to&nbsp;purchase at my local Walmart.</span></span><br /><br />Do you have any <a href="http://cbi.as/8v0q" rel="nofollow"><b>fun parties</b></a> coming up? I hope this post sparked some creative ideas, if you do!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-74772441968468305862015-07-22T07:00:00.000-06:002015-07-22T07:00:05.728-06:00Making Decisions // Lemon Drop Boutique<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lCCnN5O51tk/Va8sWfnzjYI/AAAAAAAAK-c/75UbFCFNBJg/s1600/Sunset_Field_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lCCnN5O51tk/Va8sWfnzjYI/AAAAAAAAK-c/75UbFCFNBJg/s1600/Sunset_Field_2.jpg" /></a><br />Lately my life has been filled with decision making as I try and figure out where I will work and where I will live. The latter was somewhat handed to me, all I had to do was make sure I could afford it. I agreed to live there a few weeks ago, but over the weekend panic set in and I started to doubt my decision. Add in the stress of choosing the right job, one that I will be happy with day in and day out, and you've got one stressed girl, over here. But then, a friend of mine posted this <a href="https://twitter.com/fashion_crime/status/622653972856205313"><b>quote on twitter</b></a>, and I realized what needed to be done.<br /><br />"Don't worry about making the right decision. Make a decision then make it right."<br /><br />That hit home for me, it was exactly what I needed to hear. I had been praying for guidance and trying to make a decision so I could ask if it was right, but I was too afraid of making the wrong one. After reading that, I realized that I had all of these options before me, all of which were wonderful. I just needed to choose, do what I could to make it work, and be sure to keep my heart open to spiritual guidance.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fNFTEpWHRRM/Va8sWVJ9mGI/AAAAAAAAK-g/BNJzx4aIZ4c/s1600/Sunset_Field_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fNFTEpWHRRM/Va8sWVJ9mGI/AAAAAAAAK-g/BNJzx4aIZ4c/s1600/Sunset_Field_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-x1_a4NDNnPw/Va8sWIjEvDI/AAAAAAAAK-Y/2BhtE1Cts_c/s1600/Sunset_Field_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-x1_a4NDNnPw/Va8sWIjEvDI/AAAAAAAAK-Y/2BhtE1Cts_c/s1600/Sunset_Field_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xh2Zll2x_Hs/Va8snb-EP9I/AAAAAAAAK-0/_NptoGLOguY/s1600/Sunset_Field_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xh2Zll2x_Hs/Va8snb-EP9I/AAAAAAAAK-0/_NptoGLOguY/s1600/Sunset_Field_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z7zBu_iaL4E/Va8snoVHOBI/AAAAAAAAK-w/rNShV66b3KM/s1600/Sunset_Field_10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z7zBu_iaL4E/Va8snoVHOBI/AAAAAAAAK-w/rNShV66b3KM/s1600/Sunset_Field_10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GcLBIBUhU_g/Va8ss7T1n9I/AAAAAAAAK_A/66xP42A8crQ/s1600/Sunset_Field_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GcLBIBUhU_g/Va8ss7T1n9I/AAAAAAAAK_A/66xP42A8crQ/s1600/Sunset_Field_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gHBsYLEd484/Va8sygnITcI/AAAAAAAAK_Q/aAQOi_KyJEg/s1600/Sunset_Field_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gHBsYLEd484/Va8sygnITcI/AAAAAAAAK_Q/aAQOi_KyJEg/s1600/Sunset_Field_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hJT9mso8pyI/Va8syuZa1UI/AAAAAAAAK_Y/HShA_oQDxwM/s1600/Sunset_Field_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hJT9mso8pyI/Va8syuZa1UI/AAAAAAAAK_Y/HShA_oQDxwM/s1600/Sunset_Field_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OvtLIqn4lzM/Va8sy9qax5I/AAAAAAAAK_U/0f7fHsdhwjo/s1600/Sunset_Field_9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OvtLIqn4lzM/Va8sy9qax5I/AAAAAAAAK_U/0f7fHsdhwjo/s1600/Sunset_Field_9.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/ydg38vf4e">urban outfitters</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shorts- <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5o7Ea">old navy</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">necklace- c/o <a href="http://www.thelandofsalt.com/">the land of salt</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bangles &amp; ring- c/o <a href="http://www.lemondropboutique.com/">lemon drop boutique</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.svensclogs.com/womens-clogs/low-heel-clog/2-strap-sandal-clogs-sven-style-282-13.html">sven clogs</a></span><br /><br />Have you been in the midst of decision making lately, or is this a time of rest for you?Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-59349010140748577392015-07-20T08:55:00.002-06:002015-07-20T08:55:29.068-06:00Assateague Island // Pt. 2<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-R-24_LDJAJY/Va0EiWjG3lI/AAAAAAAAK9k/8VOGxNkqpuw/s1600/Assateague_Island_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-R-24_LDJAJY/Va0EiWjG3lI/AAAAAAAAK9k/8VOGxNkqpuw/s1600/Assateague_Island_5.jpg" /></a><br />Read <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/07/assateague-island-pt-1.html"><b>Pt. 1</b></a><br /><br />I grew up reading a book series about <a href="http://www.mistyofchincoteague.org/"><b>wild ponies on the small islands of Assateague and Chincoteague</b></a>. As a little girl, there was almost nothing more magical than a beach filled with wild ponies; it was someplace that I had dreamed of visiting. Then one day, I moved to Maryland and realized that these islands were only two hours from my house. This place I had dreamed about was within my reach! Time went on and I still hadn't visited, and the time for me to move was drawing closer. As I mentioned this to two dear friends, they offered to go with me. Well, not only did they offer, but they planned the entire thing! All I had to do was show up and my dream would come true.<br /><br />We camped in a beautiful area near Snow Hill, Maryland, then headed over to <a href="http://www.nps.gov/asis/index.htm"><b>Assateague Island</b></a> early the next morning. On the way, we stopped at a charming little farmers market for some fresh produce to snack on throughout the day. When we arrived at the beach, I felt like a kid at Disneyland. I spent my day gathering sea shells and sea glass, sitting at the edge of the beach- close enough for the water to wash over me as it came in with each wave, and breathing in as much of that salt air as I could.<br /><br />I waited patiently for the ponies and made sure my friends knew I wouldn't leave until I had seen them; it was the entire point of the trip, after all. And just as the sun started to set, a few of them appeared on the horizon. They walked through the beach without care, stealing food from unsuspecting beach-goers as they went. Then just before they disappeared again behind a sand dune, they paused, as if they knew I had waited all day, or my entire life, for this moment. I clicked a few pictures, and then they were gone.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DSfBCFgud30/Va0D-I3XTaI/AAAAAAAAK8s/Len6tcdXNJI/s1600/Assateague_Island_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DSfBCFgud30/Va0D-I3XTaI/AAAAAAAAK8s/Len6tcdXNJI/s1600/Assateague_Island_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lEDIm_WkcmY/Va0EEmso_VI/AAAAAAAAK9A/axVefuC4P54/s1600/Assateague_Island_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lEDIm_WkcmY/Va0EEmso_VI/AAAAAAAAK9A/axVefuC4P54/s1600/Assateague_Island_12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zoWJif0a05E/Va0D-FfoApI/AAAAAAAAK8o/_sQ38BPubto/s1600/Assateague_Island_13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zoWJif0a05E/Va0D-FfoApI/AAAAAAAAK8o/_sQ38BPubto/s1600/Assateague_Island_13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FezPpMvJh5s/Va0EEZCoK3I/AAAAAAAAK88/xY7M2Me9234/s1600/Assateague_Island_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FezPpMvJh5s/Va0EEZCoK3I/AAAAAAAAK88/xY7M2Me9234/s1600/Assateague_Island_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2Ozj05E7M24/Va0EEZXMFQI/AAAAAAAAK9E/bDCgNEQNNFI/s1600/Assateague_Island_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2Ozj05E7M24/Va0EEZXMFQI/AAAAAAAAK9E/bDCgNEQNNFI/s1600/Assateague_Island_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_pzbxYWkcGE/Va0E-9FA-KI/AAAAAAAAK9s/a9Ja-UsXkrw/s1600/Assateague_Island_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_pzbxYWkcGE/Va0E-9FA-KI/AAAAAAAAK9s/a9Ja-UsXkrw/s1600/Assateague_Island_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Zwivd0--Wow/Va0FB-ZBQBI/AAAAAAAAK90/A_9n1EwNHZw/s1600/Assateauge_Island_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Zwivd0--Wow/Va0FB-ZBQBI/AAAAAAAAK90/A_9n1EwNHZw/s1600/Assateauge_Island_6.jpg" /></a><br />My experience with the ponies was a small one, but I couldn't have asked for more. The feeling of checking that off my bucket list was wonderful one. I do hope to visit again, one day. Perhaps I'll drive alone, early in the morning before the sun rises, when the ponies are more likely to be out.Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-37184549369987539732015-07-19T15:29:00.000-06:002015-07-19T15:29:20.536-06:00Assateague Island // Pt. 1<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MvqloQPzj48/VawTNXcwkaI/AAAAAAAAK7g/chk5Zpwpamk/s1600/Maryland_Camping_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MvqloQPzj48/VawTNXcwkaI/AAAAAAAAK7g/chk5Zpwpamk/s1600/Maryland_Camping_12.jpg" /></a><br />One of the last adventures I took while living in Maryland was camping near <a href="http://www.nps.gov/asis/index.htm"><b>Assateague Island</b></a>. Some friends and I spent a couple nights away from the city and had a great time. Hanging out in the hammock under the stars, telling stories around the campfire, and morning walks by the river are all ingredients for the perfect weekend.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WjQI-4X3-xc/VawTNQgZRmI/AAAAAAAAK7c/6i0NZ5m09PI/s1600/Maryland_Camping.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WjQI-4X3-xc/VawTNQgZRmI/AAAAAAAAK7c/6i0NZ5m09PI/s1600/Maryland_Camping.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QtINoiDx0hA/VawTjzMPQBI/AAAAAAAAK7w/e6gu9vVxDB8/s1600/Maryland_Camping_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QtINoiDx0hA/VawTjzMPQBI/AAAAAAAAK7w/e6gu9vVxDB8/s1600/Maryland_Camping_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0LzaUw5q8PI/VawTj7SJ0TI/AAAAAAAAK70/PXkf4l_EZ0E/s1600/Maryland_Camping_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0LzaUw5q8PI/VawTj7SJ0TI/AAAAAAAAK70/PXkf4l_EZ0E/s1600/Maryland_Camping_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_pEhb9Yq53M/VawTkMizu6I/AAAAAAAAK78/H-FhOfiCJwI/s1600/Maryland_Camping_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_pEhb9Yq53M/VawTkMizu6I/AAAAAAAAK78/H-FhOfiCJwI/s1600/Maryland_Camping_7.jpg" /></a>Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-58497282475561370372015-07-15T09:51:00.000-06:002015-07-15T09:51:16.625-06:00Summer Sun // Lemon Drop Boutique<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DjUPhMZkgAc/VaXmODa21FI/AAAAAAAAK4M/yUNBYz0VlpQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DjUPhMZkgAc/VaXmODa21FI/AAAAAAAAK4M/yUNBYz0VlpQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_7.jpg" /></a><br />There's nothing like the Summer sun. Warm, hot even, early to rise and late to set, allowing us to spend our days outside, enjoying every bit of Summer. The other day, I raced the sun to the top of a mountain. We reached it at the same time, a tie that made the view hazy in the morning light. I like to spend my Summer evenings on our balcony, watching the sun as it sets. It says goodnight in brilliant reds and oranges, then softly, the sky fades to midnight blue as it is tucked behind the mountain.<br /><br />***<br /><br />These bracelets from <a href="http://www.lemondropboutique.com/collections/584317-bracelets/products/9253393-mixed-beads-stacking-bangles"><b>Lemon Drop Boutique</b></a> and this <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/"><b>Zara</b></a> shirt remind me of the Summer sun. Rusty red like the sunset, shades of blue like the sky, and gold, like the sun at noon. This is a combo that will happily carry me through the rest of Summer. It's been my go-to, lately; I forgot how fun it is to wear bangles! It's been so long since I've worn much jewelry, that this outfit is reminding me to branch out a little more and to mix things up.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3LFc9HZOUeg/VaXm5IaQJfI/AAAAAAAAK4Y/W0_71ZowDqQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3LFc9HZOUeg/VaXm5IaQJfI/AAAAAAAAK4Y/W0_71ZowDqQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-igkd3pdDWOo/VaXm4yxXkTI/AAAAAAAAK4U/OjyHEb3IQPc/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-igkd3pdDWOo/VaXm4yxXkTI/AAAAAAAAK4U/OjyHEb3IQPc/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-McbWs2jyGag/VaXzjgXxDwI/AAAAAAAAK5U/IXpHore9_RM/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-McbWs2jyGag/VaXzjgXxDwI/AAAAAAAAK5U/IXpHore9_RM/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-o7jnLj2du5I/VaXnCW1R3UI/AAAAAAAAK4k/w2Z50La3MiI/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-o7jnLj2du5I/VaXnCW1R3UI/AAAAAAAAK4k/w2Z50La3MiI/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4_M6-1YRA1k/VaXnHFbzMSI/AAAAAAAAK44/tp2u4YlqnQQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4_M6-1YRA1k/VaXnHFbzMSI/AAAAAAAAK44/tp2u4YlqnQQ/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7XI3C-lbKbI/VaXnHOmPGTI/AAAAAAAAK40/U-gSM8C1MD4/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7XI3C-lbKbI/VaXnHOmPGTI/AAAAAAAAK40/U-gSM8C1MD4/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--CDq6-GXoOE/VaXna59Z8wI/AAAAAAAAK5E/-GfgJgNao4I/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--CDq6-GXoOE/VaXna59Z8wI/AAAAAAAAK5E/-GfgJgNao4I/s1600/Lemon_Drop_Boutique_5.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/">zara</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bracelets- c/o <a href="http://www.lemondropboutique.com/collections/584317-bracelets/products/9253393-mixed-beads-stacking-bangles">lemon drop boutique</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">pants- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/58uhjvf4e">calvin klein</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.svensclogs.com/womens-clogs/low-heel-clog/2-strap-sandal-clogs-sven-style-282-13.html">sven clogs</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">necklace- c/o <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/thelandofsalt">the land of salt</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bag- borrowed from lauren</span><br /><br />Do you enjoy these long Summer days? What's still on your Summer to-do list?Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-87666276631687118222015-07-13T13:01:00.000-06:002015-07-13T13:01:12.355-06:00Shelter + Roost // Road Trip Move Pt. 2<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osugDO19Seo/VaQEVeZ7JAI/AAAAAAAAK28/JBY5pAUaLIc/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_14.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osugDO19Seo/VaQEVeZ7JAI/AAAAAAAAK28/JBY5pAUaLIc/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_14.jpg" /></a><br />continued from <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/07/shelter-roost-roadtrip-move-pt-1.html"><b>Pt. 1</b></a><br /><br />The outside of the Nest "a cabin in the woods" is just as charming as the inside. There is a fire pit out back, wooden swing in the front, babbling brook running through the yard and down the road complete with frogs and fish. There's a tire swing that suspends over the creek, and my favorite part, the hanging bed on the front porch. Every once in a while, a lone deer would run through the backyard or graze in the field next to the house. My dad loved waking up and going for a morning stroll next to the creek and I loved sitting on the porch each night, watching the fireflies.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.shelterandroost.com/"><b>Shelter + Roost</b></a> provided the most pleasant home away from home that I have ever experienced. The Nest property is quaint, cozy, and really a dream to stay in. While I haven't seen the other Shelter + Roost properties, I know that they are just as wonderful. If you're traveling through or to Tennessee, definitely make the trip out to Leipers Fork to experience Shelter + Roost for yourself.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cKlG_99cogY/VaQEUSoOtOI/AAAAAAAAK2s/T6-amdFA2sA/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_15.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cKlG_99cogY/VaQEUSoOtOI/AAAAAAAAK2s/T6-amdFA2sA/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_15.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y7oEW4z6v88/VaQEUS2mJOI/AAAAAAAAK2w/KPKBPfKEaac/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_33.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y7oEW4z6v88/VaQEUS2mJOI/AAAAAAAAK2w/KPKBPfKEaac/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_33.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tGLB2CGdAQo/VaQEbBLfVaI/AAAAAAAAK3I/8SsWX1OSqtA/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tGLB2CGdAQo/VaQEbBLfVaI/AAAAAAAAK3I/8SsWX1OSqtA/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bQ1Ds5gyAuo/VaQEa6qSw3I/AAAAAAAAK3M/oSqAjLJ5X0I/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_21.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bQ1Ds5gyAuo/VaQEa6qSw3I/AAAAAAAAK3M/oSqAjLJ5X0I/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_21.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iXyfLIb6JVI/VaQEayc-1KI/AAAAAAAAK3E/248bMB614Wc/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_35.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iXyfLIb6JVI/VaQEayc-1KI/AAAAAAAAK3E/248bMB614Wc/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_35.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fJm5rnm-Fd4/VaQEgIXmDsI/AAAAAAAAK3c/MtHicHkGQws/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_11.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fJm5rnm-Fd4/VaQEgIXmDsI/AAAAAAAAK3c/MtHicHkGQws/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_11.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bVHZTuYeCoQ/VaQEgAPHO2I/AAAAAAAAK3g/aDPuPqKwvs0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_22.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bVHZTuYeCoQ/VaQEgAPHO2I/AAAAAAAAK3g/aDPuPqKwvs0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_22.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J2nDGg7siMk/VaQEgGRd_2I/AAAAAAAAK3k/tPaVe7woDYE/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_34.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J2nDGg7siMk/VaQEgGRd_2I/AAAAAAAAK3k/tPaVe7woDYE/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_34.jpg" /></a><br />Check back soon for the rest of my road trip posts. Until then, I am giving away some amazing souvenirs I picked up along the way, over on <a href="https://instagram.com/p/5FZU0mFu4B/?taken-by=gentrilee"><b>Instagram</b></a>! Be sure to enter and take your own road trip adventure!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-30899378174183925032015-07-09T13:49:00.000-06:002015-07-09T13:49:27.139-06:00Shelter + Roost // Roadtrip Move Pt. 1<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYzsf_Fso4o/VZ7ITgOqPtI/AAAAAAAAKxc/p6udkkN2ANU/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_17.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYzsf_Fso4o/VZ7ITgOqPtI/AAAAAAAAKxc/p6udkkN2ANU/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_17.jpg" /></a><br />If you follow me on Instagram, then you're well aware that I just traveled thousands of miles across the country. I was moving from DC back to Utah and decided to make an adventure out of it. One of the places I most wanted to stop was Nashville, TN. I have heard great things about Nashville and had to check it out for myself.<br /><br />Near Nashville is a vacation rental company called <a href="http://www.shelterandroost.com/"><b>Shelter + Roost</b></a> that I follow on Instagram (thanks to my sister who introduced me). I had admired their photos and dreamed about spending some time in one of their beautiful homes, but i didn't think I'd ever get the chance to visit. Well, a couple days before I set off, I was able to secure a two night stay at their newest home- Nest!<br /><br />Staying in Nest was a dream. It's secluded (they call it their "cabin in the woods"), quiet, and the inside is absolutely stunning! It's filled with antiques and decor that is filled with character. There are two bedrooms- the master and the loft, a fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The loft is definitely the showstopper, with it's wall of (real) books. My dad was so entranced and blown away by how old all of the books are.<br /><br />I was able to sleep so well while staying here, it was definitely the best sleep I got during the entire trip. I loved waking up each morning and watching the squirrel run down the fence outside my window, making steak and vegetables to break up our road trip eating habits, and being able to relax with a movie before bed.<br /><br />I took so many pictures I had to double up a lot of them so this post didn't go on forever...<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6qdzK0T0aW0/VZ7ITjieB-I/AAAAAAAAKxU/13UjD8LRvw0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_20.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6qdzK0T0aW0/VZ7ITjieB-I/AAAAAAAAKxU/13UjD8LRvw0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_20.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t2aU6ezZYhI/VZ7JuakY6oI/AAAAAAAAKy8/7AIBhYUsnyE/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_31.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t2aU6ezZYhI/VZ7JuakY6oI/AAAAAAAAKy8/7AIBhYUsnyE/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_31.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TTQiO0hteFA/VZ7IT76FCYI/AAAAAAAAKxY/KW5Q97V3gfI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_26.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TTQiO0hteFA/VZ7IT76FCYI/AAAAAAAAKxY/KW5Q97V3gfI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_26.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UZP4rbmpnsA/VZ7IheuE1AI/AAAAAAAAKxw/IOSSPRDdUSg/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UZP4rbmpnsA/VZ7IheuE1AI/AAAAAAAAKxw/IOSSPRDdUSg/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jSRnVDkHemg/VZ7IhMJU0RI/AAAAAAAAKxs/dg-7Hb2uHig/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_23.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jSRnVDkHemg/VZ7IhMJU0RI/AAAAAAAAKxs/dg-7Hb2uHig/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_23.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RaIksDSBnfE/VZ7JCMk9oRI/AAAAAAAAKyE/PTQrZ0Nt16E/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RaIksDSBnfE/VZ7JCMk9oRI/AAAAAAAAKyE/PTQrZ0Nt16E/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xvHVG5r-Mks/VZ7JCLmtjiI/AAAAAAAAKyA/1xN1rVbMzhI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xvHVG5r-Mks/VZ7JCLmtjiI/AAAAAAAAKyA/1xN1rVbMzhI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2Eq0DAT5gHA/VZ7JB4Zm47I/AAAAAAAAKx8/kPJWmkzp2j0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_27.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2Eq0DAT5gHA/VZ7JB4Zm47I/AAAAAAAAKx8/kPJWmkzp2j0/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_27.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nWY6WD8MRU4/VZ7JMZ5KuoI/AAAAAAAAKyU/3_1agmUFkGY/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nWY6WD8MRU4/VZ7JMZ5KuoI/AAAAAAAAKyU/3_1agmUFkGY/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fOjM0qbkWgs/VZ7JMopnU8I/AAAAAAAAKyY/-mZ1sb6FE10/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fOjM0qbkWgs/VZ7JMopnU8I/AAAAAAAAKyY/-mZ1sb6FE10/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5Lc0PpBNzSQ/VZ7JMvaks8I/AAAAAAAAKyc/-p0BozgihHI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_16.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5Lc0PpBNzSQ/VZ7JMvaks8I/AAAAAAAAKyc/-p0BozgihHI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_16.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Vtua5ZT-6YU/VZ7JphJYE5I/AAAAAAAAKyw/7zU_xP2iBSM/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Vtua5ZT-6YU/VZ7JphJYE5I/AAAAAAAAKyw/7zU_xP2iBSM/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AOG7dtTIidA/VZ7Jpg8Ao0I/AAAAAAAAKys/ChNwKatV8kk/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AOG7dtTIidA/VZ7Jpg8Ao0I/AAAAAAAAKys/ChNwKatV8kk/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-peQ6ghuoJHQ/VZ7J8Iv4ZGI/AAAAAAAAKzE/9wwvnjrtHAY/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_24.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-peQ6ghuoJHQ/VZ7J8Iv4ZGI/AAAAAAAAKzE/9wwvnjrtHAY/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_24.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MmOardb8-nU/VZ7J8DpeMXI/AAAAAAAAKzI/P_fr3RgWY1k/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MmOardb8-nU/VZ7J8DpeMXI/AAAAAAAAKzI/P_fr3RgWY1k/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SbbI9wfsQBI/VZ7J8njBXHI/AAAAAAAAKzM/L7GVqDEthIk/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SbbI9wfsQBI/VZ7J8njBXHI/AAAAAAAAKzM/L7GVqDEthIk/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X-_LhmYiE5w/VZ7J8PzXYlI/AAAAAAAAKzc/YYabyUUma3E/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_28.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X-_LhmYiE5w/VZ7J8PzXYlI/AAAAAAAAKzc/YYabyUUma3E/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_28.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-N4OsJzoiPxI/VZ7KGxsIUyI/AAAAAAAAKz0/TyJnPKa8VgI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-N4OsJzoiPxI/VZ7KGxsIUyI/AAAAAAAAKz0/TyJnPKa8VgI/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o4wlJBB67Yg/VZ7KGY_kw4I/AAAAAAAAKzs/ItgXeM4aT3w/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_19.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o4wlJBB67Yg/VZ7KGY_kw4I/AAAAAAAAKzs/ItgXeM4aT3w/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_19.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ntvonnObq4g/VZ7KGEftlKI/AAAAAAAAKzk/L_Zj4n_8CQs/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_29.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ntvonnObq4g/VZ7KGEftlKI/AAAAAAAAKzk/L_Zj4n_8CQs/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_29.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-r8-xmX0QLiQ/VZ7KGdNqnPI/AAAAAAAAKzo/WbUJTRShd8o/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_30.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-r8-xmX0QLiQ/VZ7KGdNqnPI/AAAAAAAAKzo/WbUJTRShd8o/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_30.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cTdsppaypkM/VZ7KOGblMNI/AAAAAAAAK0E/KycbHp0imBg/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cTdsppaypkM/VZ7KOGblMNI/AAAAAAAAK0E/KycbHp0imBg/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_9.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rFlawCFmA_M/VZ7KRJfSHQI/AAAAAAAAK0M/tKYPOLWW7io/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_18.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rFlawCFmA_M/VZ7KRJfSHQI/AAAAAAAAK0M/tKYPOLWW7io/s1600/Shelter_And_Roost_18.jpg" /></a><br />If you are in the Nashville area or are planning to visit, I highly recommend staying with <a href="http://www.shelterandroost.com/"><b>Shelter + Roost</b></a>! I have never enjoyed accommodations so much! Stay tuned for a tour of Nest's grounds, coming soon!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-32467517067428565872015-07-07T07:00:00.000-06:002015-07-07T07:00:07.128-06:00Job Hunt<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9DuweI33WBo/VZsxcKv8WsI/AAAAAAAAKv4/AzkRluWssCo/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9DuweI33WBo/VZsxcKv8WsI/AAAAAAAAKv4/AzkRluWssCo/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_5.jpg" /></a><br />Moving to a new location means finding a new job. The process of job hunting is one of my least favorite things to go through. It's stressful and exhausting; plus there's always the worry that the perfect job won't present itself. I'm really hoping that it does and I could use all of the positive vibes and prayers that you can give!<br /><br />Part of the job hunt includes presenting yourself in a professional yet stylish way. <a href="http://www.shein.com/White-Black-Short-Sleeve-Plaid-Pocket-T-Shirt-p-214992-cat-1738.html?utm_source=gentrileeblog.com&amp;utm_medium=blogger&amp;url_from=gentrileeblog"><b>This top</b></a> from SheIn is the perfect addition to my professional wardrobe. The window pane print is up to date and the short sleeves keep me cool for Summer. Paired with these peplum pants I feel confident to go out and snag the job of my dreams.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g2Xe_Tjap4g/VZsxcIoUrZI/AAAAAAAAKv8/hl9GG2OdhEY/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g2Xe_Tjap4g/VZsxcIoUrZI/AAAAAAAAKv8/hl9GG2OdhEY/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PzoLATx-vC0/VZsxinVv4MI/AAAAAAAAKwQ/KY7s7aw162E/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PzoLATx-vC0/VZsxinVv4MI/AAAAAAAAKwQ/KY7s7aw162E/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OHEKnydxUvk/VZsximOEjxI/AAAAAAAAKwI/ZXwT6tmpXTI/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OHEKnydxUvk/VZsximOEjxI/AAAAAAAAKwI/ZXwT6tmpXTI/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KMw29b6k64M/VZsxikv_ziI/AAAAAAAAKwM/NMYWqtz-MjE/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KMw29b6k64M/VZsxikv_ziI/AAAAAAAAKwM/NMYWqtz-MjE/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CVQAwNRAAqY/VZsxjFRvq1I/AAAAAAAAKwU/JCtYwayPRK4/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CVQAwNRAAqY/VZsxjFRvq1I/AAAAAAAAKwU/JCtYwayPRK4/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--Xr_FaHIkNE/VZsxjezDlaI/AAAAAAAAKwc/6gB8dClfnC8/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--Xr_FaHIkNE/VZsxjezDlaI/AAAAAAAAKwc/6gB8dClfnC8/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NcSk9PmHkqg/VZsxnDWeT6I/AAAAAAAAKww/BwgcJXsqpa0/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NcSk9PmHkqg/VZsxnDWeT6I/AAAAAAAAKww/BwgcJXsqpa0/s1600/Window_Pane_Top_3.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- c/o <a href="http://www.shein.com/White-Black-Short-Sleeve-Plaid-Pocket-T-Shirt-p-214992-cat-1738.html?utm_source=gentrileeblog.com&amp;utm_medium=blogger&amp;url_from=gentrileeblog">shein</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">pants- c/o <a href="https://www.lulus.com/products/torch-in-the-night-black-high-waisted-skinny-jeans/219842.html">lulu's</a>&nbsp;(similar)</span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.naturalizer.com/en-US/Product/EC0200048-3014248/Naturalizer/Black_Grey+Flannel/Bettina.aspx">naturalizer</a> (similar)</span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">watch- c/o <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/268d9vf4e">daniel wellington</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bag- c/o <a href="https://www.lulus.com/products/kind-and-cunning-black-handbag/213362.html">lulu's </a>(similar)</span><br /><br />Do you have any tips for not only finding your dream job but being hired? If you're in the Salt Lake area, please let me know if you hear of any jobs I'd be a great fit for.Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-74739317431658655552015-07-05T23:30:00.001-06:002015-07-05T23:30:04.197-06:00Palmyra // Pt. 8<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9dq8H52eeS8/VZoPAzTbShI/AAAAAAAAKus/ptstSdSKcy4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_16.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9dq8H52eeS8/VZoPAzTbShI/AAAAAAAAKus/ptstSdSKcy4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_16.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">Read Posts&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">1</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">2</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-3.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">3</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/boston-pt-4.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">4</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/boston-pt-5.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">5</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/boston-pt-6.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">6</a>&nbsp;// <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/palmyra-pt-7.html">7</a></span><br /><br />I have finally come to the last post in my East Coast road trip series. I loved being able to relive each moment through my blog posts and hope you enjoyed them, too! The last bit of our trip was spent in Palmyra, NY. We were there to explore some historic sites of our <a href="http://www.mormon.org/"><b>Church</b></a>.<br /><br />These first few photos show the inside of the printing press where <a href="http://www.mormon.org/beliefs/book-of-mormon"><b>The Book of Mormon</b></a> was first printed. They showed us how the books were bound, some original manuscripts, and shared some fascinating facts about how The Book of Mormon became available to all. Then we headed over to the Whitmer Farm where we were able to learn more about the early days of our Church. This was the place where each of us felt The Spirit the strongest. I am not quite sure what it was, perhaps our excellent missionary tour guide, but it's something I will remember, forever.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jOulvN_sdsc/VZoPGGf0EdI/AAAAAAAAKu4/K_JWx5DgED0/s1600/Palmyra_NY_14.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jOulvN_sdsc/VZoPGGf0EdI/AAAAAAAAKu4/K_JWx5DgED0/s1600/Palmyra_NY_14.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-02mb-KRCoVk/VZoPGAGNXQI/AAAAAAAAKu0/fB9_c16bIw8/s1600/Palmyra_NY_15.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-02mb-KRCoVk/VZoPGAGNXQI/AAAAAAAAKu0/fB9_c16bIw8/s1600/Palmyra_NY_15.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q2FJjBMywI0/VZoPLkApFaI/AAAAAAAAKvI/1El7qaTyX8g/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q2FJjBMywI0/VZoPLkApFaI/AAAAAAAAKvI/1El7qaTyX8g/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6qXSuI5bmeY/VZoPLItb0aI/AAAAAAAAKvE/g8pUyrsWVU8/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6qXSuI5bmeY/VZoPLItb0aI/AAAAAAAAKvE/g8pUyrsWVU8/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1hVOU-WOR1s/VZoPRn8hY_I/AAAAAAAAKvg/Tn56CbI0nIE/s1600/Palmyra_NY_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1hVOU-WOR1s/VZoPRn8hY_I/AAAAAAAAKvg/Tn56CbI0nIE/s1600/Palmyra_NY_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WRV4sItQoMo/VZoPRaiFUpI/AAAAAAAAKvc/E3FBS_fuWw4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WRV4sItQoMo/VZoPRaiFUpI/AAAAAAAAKvc/E3FBS_fuWw4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_2.jpg" /></a><br />All too soon our trip came to an end. I hate how something you look forward to, so much, can be over in the blink of an eye. I wish I could slow time down to savor every moment a little more, but I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to take this adventure, when I did, with the people I love most.Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-91464002321058908152015-07-02T09:36:00.001-06:002015-07-02T09:41:03.432-06:00Back At It // Tinder Thoughts<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pMzJbhggVrE/VZTCkgD-eLI/AAAAAAAAKt0/5uSqqo7jVjk/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pMzJbhggVrE/VZTCkgD-eLI/AAAAAAAAKt0/5uSqqo7jVjk/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_2.jpg" /></a><br />Being back in Utah has many benefits. I love living near so many friends, again. I've already seen <a href="http://www.tippeecanoe.com/"><b>Lauren</b></a> almost every day (so good). Plus, the scenery doesn't get too much better than these Utah mountains and sunsets. I love spending my evenings on my balcony, working on my blog and watching the sun go down. There's also the dating pool, which is much larger here than it was in my previous location...<br /><br />I decided to jump back on the Tinder-wagon and I'm already wondering how wise of a decision it was. It's a very disconcerting app. To know that someone could swipe forever, knowing that there's always the possibility for "someone better", never being satisfied with one person, judging someone based on a few facts and some tacky bathroom selfies. Personally, I have a big problem with it because I know that reality is never the same as what you build up in your mind and see on a screen. Whether it's better or worse is subjective, but it's never the same. Tinder meetings are typically met with disappointment when the reality doesn't live up to the fantasy- usually felt from both parties.<br /><br />But then you can't argue the sheer convenience of the app. To have so many "new friends" right at your fingertips. While I am not the apps biggest fan, I know that there are many success stories for friendship. And since I am "new" in town, that's what I need. I'm not very good at making friends in large, social situations. So for me, Tinder has possibilities to help me ease into a new group of friends (who aren't married. I have lots of friends who are). However, from past experience, I have only made one lasting friend from the app... So when weighed against all of my "matches", Tinder isn't doing so hot.<br /><br />Have you or has someone you know tried Tinder? I obviously am not someone who uses the app to "hook-up", so I can't speak for those who do (it sounds terrible to me).<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WGaE6oxp14A/VZTCknaJ7HI/AAAAAAAAKtw/wQGGHj9XFj8/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WGaE6oxp14A/VZTCknaJ7HI/AAAAAAAAKtw/wQGGHj9XFj8/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2z0cTtf-94E/VZTCpco1itI/AAAAAAAAKuE/GTOhfx5NRKg/s1600/Cloth_And_Stone_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2z0cTtf-94E/VZTCpco1itI/AAAAAAAAKuE/GTOhfx5NRKg/s1600/Cloth_And_Stone_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kXEbNlsy31U/VZTCpfAoIHI/AAAAAAAAKuA/NYSM53zXW74/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kXEbNlsy31U/VZTCpfAoIHI/AAAAAAAAKuA/NYSM53zXW74/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sRR-XnLirWg/VZTCpeyxzMI/AAAAAAAAKuI/Bj4N2tjcm5k/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sRR-XnLirWg/VZTCpeyxzMI/AAAAAAAAKuI/Bj4N2tjcm5k/s1600/Cloth_and_Stone_4.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/4vwu7vf4e">anthropologie</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shorts- <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5o7Ea">old navy</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.svensclogs.com/womens-clogs/low-heel-clog/2-strap-sandal-clogs-sven-style-282-13.html">sven clogs</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">watch- c/o <a href="https://www.danielwellington.com/us/classic-st-mawes-lady">daniel wellington</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bag- c/o <a href="http://www.fawndesign.com/shop/">fawn designs</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">necklace- c/o <a href="http://www.thelandofsalt.com/">the land of salt</a></span><br /><br />As for this outfit, it is what I have been wearing all summer. This shirt by <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/4vwu7vf4e"><b>Cloth &amp; Stone</b></a> is my favorite! If you've never tried one of their chambray shirts, then you must. They make the very best Chambray shirts.Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-6667515394637550292015-06-30T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-30T07:00:08.902-06:00Red, White, and Blue All Over<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GtXiTuW8rOQ/VZIecuPu9EI/AAAAAAAAKs0/694sM-q0TeQ/s1600/Americana_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GtXiTuW8rOQ/VZIecuPu9EI/AAAAAAAAKs0/694sM-q0TeQ/s1600/Americana_4.jpg" /></a><br />Well, hello again. In case you were wondering, moving across the country will make you a bad blogger. If it doesn't, then you possess powers that I could only dream of. During my move I had zero energy to blog or even take outfit photos. That was the last thing I wanted to do. You understand. But I made it safely to Utah and now I have all the blog outfit picture help I could want!<br /><br />This outfit is something I'll likely be wearing for Independence Day, this weekend. Is there a more American Summer look than a white tshirt and distressed shorts? I don't think so. Throw on a peace sign necklace and you're good to go! I added some red and blue accessories to make it very Fourth of July appropriate.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gmxegjIXp-A/VZIecjtz1iI/AAAAAAAAKso/sNgNKARQaXI/s1600/Americana_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gmxegjIXp-A/VZIecjtz1iI/AAAAAAAAKso/sNgNKARQaXI/s1600/Americana_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5Dop_gYIQus/VZIecgQoceI/AAAAAAAAKss/-4uf7mj8PcA/s1600/Americana_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5Dop_gYIQus/VZIecgQoceI/AAAAAAAAKss/-4uf7mj8PcA/s1600/Americana_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KJmKCAxBVBw/VZIei_wbDOI/AAAAAAAAKtA/6PKzLxUMEUs/s1600/Americana_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KJmKCAxBVBw/VZIei_wbDOI/AAAAAAAAKtA/6PKzLxUMEUs/s1600/Americana_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8L7ZmZ9Tt7s/VZIei6CLvDI/AAAAAAAAKtI/IeZtEtt9aII/s1600/Americana_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8L7ZmZ9Tt7s/VZIei6CLvDI/AAAAAAAAKtI/IeZtEtt9aII/s1600/Americana_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L3h_6KluZVE/VZIeizEDaTI/AAAAAAAAKtE/WWa6Wy2Ra_Y/s1600/Americana_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L3h_6KluZVE/VZIeizEDaTI/AAAAAAAAKtE/WWa6Wy2Ra_Y/s1600/Americana_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mCtEMAzUWW8/VZIejXz4wEI/AAAAAAAAKtc/U0Na2CR34OI/s1600/Americana_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mCtEMAzUWW8/VZIejXz4wEI/AAAAAAAAKtc/U0Na2CR34OI/s1600/Americana_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jXp95cn1xEg/VZIejlqAcNI/AAAAAAAAKtY/Sfqa_VDoHZI/s1600/Americana_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jXp95cn1xEg/VZIejlqAcNI/AAAAAAAAKtY/Sfqa_VDoHZI/s1600/Americana_7.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/en/sale/woman/stock-clearance/collection/batwing-sleeved-t-shirt-c555502p2545564.html">zara</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shorts- <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5z4fh">old navy</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/4ckr9vf4e">target</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">earrings- c/o <a href="http://www.tiffany.com/Shopping/Item.aspx?fromGrid=1&amp;sku=27906192&amp;mcat=148204&amp;cid=287464&amp;search_params=p+1-n+10000-c+287464-s+5-r+-t+-ni+1-x+-lr+0-hr+-ri+-mi+-pp+14566+22&amp;search=0&amp;origin=browse&amp;searchkeyword=">tiffany's</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">sunglasses- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/vq7h2vf4e">the paper source</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">necklace- c/o <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/qzivf4e">old navy</a></span><br /><br />Do you have any fun plans for this weekend (whether you're celebrating the 4th or not)?Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-36450101147579513572015-06-29T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-29T07:51:25.646-06:00Palmyra // Pt. 7<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1u0A0Jvb24o/VZDhlCapWfI/AAAAAAAAKqM/TpVfoo2YOPo/s1600/Palmyra_NY_11.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1u0A0Jvb24o/VZDhlCapWfI/AAAAAAAAKqM/TpVfoo2YOPo/s1600/Palmyra_NY_11.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">Read Posts&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">1</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">2</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-3.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">3</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/boston-pt-4.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">4</a><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;">&nbsp;//&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/boston-pt-5.html" style="color: #464646; letter-spacing: 2.4000000953674316px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;">5</a>&nbsp;// <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/boston-pt-6.html">6</a></span><br /><br />Right after the Boston Marathon was over, we loaded up the cars and headed North West to Palmyra, New York. Palmyra is where <a href="http://www.mormon.org/"><b>The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints</b></a> was restored and has many significant and historic sites for it's members. I had never been and was excited to visit.<br /><br />We started the next day off with a trip to Hill Cumorah. I wish it had been warmer, but it was still so beautiful and peaceful. Next we headed to the Smith family farm and home. It was incredible to be inside the home of a prophet and to think on all that had happened there. Just behind the farm is Sacred Grove, where the boy Joseph knelt in prayer to ask God which church to join. This is where the restoration of The Church all began and The Spirit was strong here.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5uYQ25IDgyo/VZDhlKt6FOI/AAAAAAAAKqI/lOlRnyxuWXQ/s1600/Palmyra_NY_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5uYQ25IDgyo/VZDhlKt6FOI/AAAAAAAAKqI/lOlRnyxuWXQ/s1600/Palmyra_NY_12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MnEv65pstIw/VZDiBaUrDLI/AAAAAAAAKqc/Lu_fnxrITB4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MnEv65pstIw/VZDiBaUrDLI/AAAAAAAAKqc/Lu_fnxrITB4/s1600/Palmyra_NY_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iFBws2byIXA/VZDiByhKf3I/AAAAAAAAKqg/q5jxBLap0e0/s1600/Palmyra_NY_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iFBws2byIXA/VZDiByhKf3I/AAAAAAAAKqg/q5jxBLap0e0/s1600/Palmyra_NY_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m21ngvH8Nnw/VZDiCLWSkGI/AAAAAAAAKqs/RUxwjeCmrNQ/s1600/Palmyra_NY_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m21ngvH8Nnw/VZDiCLWSkGI/AAAAAAAAKqs/RUxwjeCmrNQ/s1600/Palmyra_NY_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AmpoBH_ypjg/VZDiCnyHc7I/AAAAAAAAKqw/LDsswagh5cc/s1600/Palmyra_NY_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AmpoBH_ypjg/VZDiCnyHc7I/AAAAAAAAKqw/LDsswagh5cc/s1600/Palmyra_NY_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D8kPBcTOhas/VZDiDD7wztI/AAAAAAAAKrA/LXEfhS8UbgI/s1600/Palmyra_NY_9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D8kPBcTOhas/VZDiDD7wztI/AAAAAAAAKrA/LXEfhS8UbgI/s1600/Palmyra_NY_9.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T6eP7YXioJ4/VZDiBYiU8lI/AAAAAAAAKqY/ADQlok_PNsw/s1600/Palmyra_NY_10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T6eP7YXioJ4/VZDiBYiU8lI/AAAAAAAAKqY/ADQlok_PNsw/s1600/Palmyra_NY_10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QQbuNiqO6qE/VZDiBR2zCJI/AAAAAAAAKrQ/81_tAhpxeyw/s1600/Palmyra_NY_18.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QQbuNiqO6qE/VZDiBR2zCJI/AAAAAAAAKrQ/81_tAhpxeyw/s1600/Palmyra_NY_18.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pcUBHb_D1WE/VZDiDb4l7QI/AAAAAAAAKq4/e5p17l2pG-A/s1600/Palmyra_NY_Temple_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pcUBHb_D1WE/VZDiDb4l7QI/AAAAAAAAKq4/e5p17l2pG-A/s1600/Palmyra_NY_Temple_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g3x6UPIf-Uk/VZDiRg-AeOI/AAAAAAAAKrY/Qv0OdYBhSwE/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g3x6UPIf-Uk/VZDiRg-AeOI/AAAAAAAAKrY/Qv0OdYBhSwE/s1600/Book_Of_Mormon_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eg4_9V1UR9o/VZDiR4BQXKI/AAAAAAAAKrc/WfcxvhYJ2mg/s1600/Vintage_Bible.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eg4_9V1UR9o/VZDiR4BQXKI/AAAAAAAAKrc/WfcxvhYJ2mg/s1600/Vintage_Bible.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V7XIvLE96As/VZDiXBdGoOI/AAAAAAAAKro/6UpxsFxf5dY/s1600/Sacred_Grove_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V7XIvLE96As/VZDiXBdGoOI/AAAAAAAAKro/6UpxsFxf5dY/s1600/Sacred_Grove_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ckQBiJv0dMA/VZDiXFkB4NI/AAAAAAAAKrw/jiKVYi03kAI/s1600/Sacred_Grove_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ckQBiJv0dMA/VZDiXFkB4NI/AAAAAAAAKrw/jiKVYi03kAI/s1600/Sacred_Grove_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dgpK3MQ1yUw/VZDiX4NRQgI/AAAAAAAAKr0/BQl-ItmlO30/s1600/Sacred_Grove_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dgpK3MQ1yUw/VZDiX4NRQgI/AAAAAAAAKr0/BQl-ItmlO30/s1600/Sacred_Grove_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-djPcpOiHRyI/VZDiYEVXZGI/AAAAAAAAKr4/nROlSosKgLY/s1600/Sacred_Grove_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-djPcpOiHRyI/VZDiYEVXZGI/AAAAAAAAKr4/nROlSosKgLY/s1600/Sacred_Grove_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wv72TklhsWY/VZDiYUZDOzI/AAAAAAAAKr8/tsF3PZL82eA/s1600/Sacred_Grove_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wv72TklhsWY/VZDiYUZDOzI/AAAAAAAAKr8/tsF3PZL82eA/s1600/Sacred_Grove_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_bwCLxWc5z8/VZDiXWFe3sI/AAAAAAAAKrs/bBOmX8xVKSg/s1600/Sacred_Grove_.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_bwCLxWc5z8/VZDiXWFe3sI/AAAAAAAAKrs/bBOmX8xVKSg/s1600/Sacred_Grove_.jpg" /></a><br />To be continued... (one more post!)Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-47451555965085653642015-06-15T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-15T07:00:07.150-06:00Boston // Pt. 6<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vZw7pxtl88I/VX4jc55G-1I/AAAAAAAAKnY/nGO4d_QAS7Y/s1600/Downtown_Boston_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vZw7pxtl88I/VX4jc55G-1I/AAAAAAAAKnY/nGO4d_QAS7Y/s1600/Downtown_Boston_12.jpg" /></a><br />Read Posts&nbsp;<a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html">1</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html">2</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-3.html">3</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/boston-pt-4.html">4</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/06/boston-pt-5.html">5</a><br /><br />The evening before the Boston Marathon, my family decided to stay in and relax so that the guys would be ready. But I was in Boston... For the first and maybe only time. Since I had my own car on this road trip, I decided to contact one of my first ever blogger friends- <a href="http://www.darkblck.com/"><b>Janee</b></a>, so we could hang out. I met her at her home then we took the trolley to the center of the city. We walked around and explored, which is what I do best!<br /><br />The architecture in Boston is breathtaking. This city has a very European feel to it that I enjoyed, immensely! We wandered into a local church, took pictures of all the buildings, walked a lot, and then found a place for dinner where I ate the most delicious burger (if you visit Boston, get the burger at <a href="http://metbackbay.com/"><b>The Met Back Bay</b></a>). Then she took me to the best cupcakery in town, <a href="http://www.sweetcupcakes.com/"><b>Sweet Cupcakes</b></a>, where I picked up enough cupcakes for my entire crew. Including a couple special Boston Marathon cupcakes! We stayed out until all of the shops had closed, then I headed back to the hotel.<br /><br />I love how I can visit almost any city and know someone that lives there, because of blogging. It makes trips more personal and they can show me around from a local perspective. Blogging has opened up a lot of amazing doors, with the friendships I've made being the greatest.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DaJtwPVkJaE/VX4jjo9kdtI/AAAAAAAAKoA/xxDN1Ye7G_k/s1600/Downtown_Boston_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DaJtwPVkJaE/VX4jjo9kdtI/AAAAAAAAKoA/xxDN1Ye7G_k/s1600/Downtown_Boston_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JkuKoZ1Ls_k/VX4jicw0npI/AAAAAAAAKnk/-A3S4ymLOpQ/s1600/Downtown_Boston_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JkuKoZ1Ls_k/VX4jicw0npI/AAAAAAAAKnk/-A3S4ymLOpQ/s1600/Downtown_Boston_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9uPnqBSqLDE/VX4jikothsI/AAAAAAAAKns/XWiN377bzR4/s1600/Downtown_Boston_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9uPnqBSqLDE/VX4jikothsI/AAAAAAAAKns/XWiN377bzR4/s1600/Downtown_Boston_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OeMMMkY7QBw/VX4ji7m9B3I/AAAAAAAAKn0/aufET367P30/s1600/Downtown_Boston_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OeMMMkY7QBw/VX4ji7m9B3I/AAAAAAAAKn0/aufET367P30/s1600/Downtown_Boston_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SO8I3g6OtCY/VX4jjiTNgdI/AAAAAAAAKn8/QidBOaPobZY/s1600/Downtown_Boston_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SO8I3g6OtCY/VX4jjiTNgdI/AAAAAAAAKn8/QidBOaPobZY/s1600/Downtown_Boston_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2JgvN_7NDoE/VX4jjx6buAI/AAAAAAAAKoY/Y1PIz72fYr8/s1600/Downtown_Boston_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2JgvN_7NDoE/VX4jjx6buAI/AAAAAAAAKoY/Y1PIz72fYr8/s1600/Downtown_Boston_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3t_dyKPWCQQ/VX4jkczAzUI/AAAAAAAAKoc/KAyHp7s9UR4/s1600/Downtown_Boston_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3t_dyKPWCQQ/VX4jkczAzUI/AAAAAAAAKoc/KAyHp7s9UR4/s1600/Downtown_Boston_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sykVGYQ3YcU/VX4jkmg4TBI/AAAAAAAAKoU/EE91KRygLKM/s1600/Downtown_Boston_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sykVGYQ3YcU/VX4jkmg4TBI/AAAAAAAAKoU/EE91KRygLKM/s1600/Downtown_Boston_8.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D5hAB6kQNxc/VX4jiUI7jaI/AAAAAAAAKng/42FLfuSlEx0/s1600/Downtown_Boston_11.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D5hAB6kQNxc/VX4jiUI7jaI/AAAAAAAAKng/42FLfuSlEx0/s1600/Downtown_Boston_11.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FNXhe3E6M3w/VX4jjF9SEqI/AAAAAAAAKoI/balBWFUdYLM/s1600/Downtown_Boston_13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FNXhe3E6M3w/VX4jjF9SEqI/AAAAAAAAKoI/balBWFUdYLM/s1600/Downtown_Boston_13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-63KgaTtYoDs/VX4kRBiN4vI/AAAAAAAAKo0/9WOdZznAkO4/s1600/Blog_Friends_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-63KgaTtYoDs/VX4kRBiN4vI/AAAAAAAAKo0/9WOdZznAkO4/s1600/Blog_Friends_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zrQkXDqnFpE/VX4kRKl5rQI/AAAAAAAAKo8/u4NX6VyqMO8/s1600/Boston_Dining_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zrQkXDqnFpE/VX4kRKl5rQI/AAAAAAAAKo8/u4NX6VyqMO8/s1600/Boston_Dining_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-be8UR__Jvxk/VX4kRbOYTNI/AAAAAAAAKo4/p_kOMT_XpQc/s1600/Boston_Sweets_Cupcakes_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-be8UR__Jvxk/VX4kRbOYTNI/AAAAAAAAKo4/p_kOMT_XpQc/s1600/Boston_Sweets_Cupcakes_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0VqRWZioEZI/VX4kR5JVhkI/AAAAAAAAKpI/sVxyOr-7CzM/s1600/Boston_Sweets_Cupcakes_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0VqRWZioEZI/VX4kR5JVhkI/AAAAAAAAKpI/sVxyOr-7CzM/s1600/Boston_Sweets_Cupcakes_2.jpg" /></a><br />I had such a great time exploring Boston with Janee! Have you ever met up with a blogger friend while on vacation?<br /><br />To be continued...Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-14663851365034884732015-06-12T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-12T07:00:06.324-06:00A Drink For Your Skin<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9bhEYnvQ8FE/VXoyeeFRIyI/AAAAAAAAKnA/F-2wMln3_x4/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9bhEYnvQ8FE/VXoyeeFRIyI/AAAAAAAAKnA/F-2wMln3_x4/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_3.jpg" /></a><br />Summer is here! I used to say that Fall was my favorite season... But recently, I think it has shifted to Summer. I love the opportunities that Summer provides and am looking forward to all of my adventures that are coming! But with Summer comes the need for sun protection. Now, I have a belief that there are greater, more natural ways to protect yourself from the damaging rays of the sun. But that is another topic for another blog post. However, sometimes we just get a little too much sun. When that happens, I reach for my <a href="http://www.imbibeskincare.com/tonic-healing-skin-toner/?page_context=category&amp;faceted_search=0"><b>Imbibe Tonic- Healing Skin Toner</b></a>.<br /><br />The Tonic from Imbibe delivers a refreshing mist of healing and natural ingredients like dandelion, juniper berry, and aloe vera. I recently spent a weekend at the beach and got a little too much sun for my winter-skin. I ended up with a slight sunburn along my hairline and swimsuit lines. I simply sprayed this on, every day, and not only did I not peel, but my healing time seemed to be shortened, significantly.<br /><br />Imbibe's Tonic is not only for after-sun use. It also<span style="font-family: inherit;"> f</span><span style="color: #2b2e33;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">reshens skin, refines skin texture, heals lesions, breakouts, and skin discoloration, and moisturizes sensitive skin. I usually use this once per day, but it's excellent to spray on&nbsp;</span>throughout<span style="font-family: inherit;">&nbsp;the day for some added moisture; it's like a drink for your skin. You can even spray it over the top of your mineral foundation for a healthy glow. At a price of only $26 per bottle, this is a product that needs to be in every medicine&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #2b2e33;">cabinet</span><span style="color: #2b2e33; font-family: inherit;">!&nbsp;</span><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GARw7FLiw8U/VXoyeXHD48I/AAAAAAAAKm8/4WucUTEAK3Q/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GARw7FLiw8U/VXoyeXHD48I/AAAAAAAAKm8/4WucUTEAK3Q/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hEZsANKY3ls/VXoybxULDzI/AAAAAAAAKm0/sBDeY-AteO8/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hEZsANKY3ls/VXoybxULDzI/AAAAAAAAKm0/sBDeY-AteO8/s1600/Imbibe_Tonic_Healing_Skin_Toner_2.jpg" /></a><br />Do you have any fun in the sun plans? Be sure to grab a bottle of the <a href="http://www.imbibeskincare.com/tonic-healing-skin-toner/?page_context=category&amp;faceted_search=0"><b>Imbibe Tonic</b></a>!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-85554727481740980192015-06-10T07:00:00.000-06:002015-07-02T23:31:39.780-06:00Road Trip Prep<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_YbLcZ6378U/VXeDBNfDDCI/AAAAAAAAKlc/sJUAnnnMIkw/s1600/Summer_Style_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_YbLcZ6378U/VXeDBNfDDCI/AAAAAAAAKlc/sJUAnnnMIkw/s1600/Summer_Style_5.jpg" /></a><br />Well, my time on the East Coast is coming to an end. It's been an incredible experience that I never thought I would have but am so grateful I did. I've been preparing for the move for a while now, including making sure I have the proper luggage (especially since the luggage I received when I graduated high school has all died). Nothing too big and bulky as I'm only taking what I can fit in my car (which is quite the challenge). I have always wanted a <a href="http://www.calvinmitchell.com/collections/travel-bags-accessories/products/leather-carry-on-duffel-bag"><b>leather duffle bag</b></a>, so when I found this one on Calvin Mitchell Leather's site, I had to buy it! It's the perfect size for a weekend or overnight bag and will fit easily in my car without taking up too much space. As for the rest of my trip attire, I will be keeping things simple, like this outfit- no makeup (that's right! this is a no-makeup blog post), light shirts, and shorts.<br /><br />I have never been much of a shorts-wearer, but this year, I find that it's a necessity. Since Summer is in full swing, the heat is up, and the humidity is high, I've had to become one. I know that once I get back to Utah, it won't be quite as bad- since dry heat is heaven (the humidity has a way of making the heat unbearable). But still, I am so happy to have some cooler options for the Summer!<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8eF0bMyrG5g/VXeDOxNpzzI/AAAAAAAAKlo/0r7wFHoIoRE/s1600/Calvin_Mitchell_Leather_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8eF0bMyrG5g/VXeDOxNpzzI/AAAAAAAAKlo/0r7wFHoIoRE/s1600/Calvin_Mitchell_Leather_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8kKFDu4rAKU/VXeDOliYlXI/AAAAAAAAKlk/YkecErYSKfw/s1600/Summer_Style_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8kKFDu4rAKU/VXeDOliYlXI/AAAAAAAAKlk/YkecErYSKfw/s1600/Summer_Style_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wpg9zqR3doE/VXeDQDtwpCI/AAAAAAAAKl0/-6u6cEmZaVg/s1600/Summer_Style_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wpg9zqR3doE/VXeDQDtwpCI/AAAAAAAAKl0/-6u6cEmZaVg/s1600/Summer_Style_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-snWqc5EyEe4/VXeDWAHq2BI/AAAAAAAAKmA/zNLcvL_4VmU/s1600/Calvin_Mitchell_Leather_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-snWqc5EyEe4/VXeDWAHq2BI/AAAAAAAAKmA/zNLcvL_4VmU/s1600/Calvin_Mitchell_Leather_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-04AAhY-SYqg/VXeDWP4s4MI/AAAAAAAAKl8/jjFKaYNkiXs/s1600/Summer_Style_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-04AAhY-SYqg/VXeDWP4s4MI/AAAAAAAAKl8/jjFKaYNkiXs/s1600/Summer_Style_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZVFubehHC5I/VXeDWFVDrII/AAAAAAAAKmE/Mi97FtpHcP0/s1600/Summer_Style_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZVFubehHC5I/VXeDWFVDrII/AAAAAAAAKmE/Mi97FtpHcP0/s1600/Summer_Style_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a8MrfUouFWs/VXeDbj7SGJI/AAAAAAAAKmc/GXML3gykjEs/s1600/Summer_Style_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a8MrfUouFWs/VXeDbj7SGJI/AAAAAAAAKmc/GXML3gykjEs/s1600/Summer_Style_6.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/en/woman/tops/view-all/floral-print-top-c719021p2431532.html">zara</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shorts- <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5o7Ea">old navy</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">bag- <a href="http://www.calvinmitchell.com/collections/travel-bags-accessories/products/leather-carry-on-duffel-bag">calvin mitchell leather</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.svensclogs.com/womens-clogs/low-heel-clog/2-strap-sandal-clogs-sven-style-282-13.html">sven clogs</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">watch- c/o <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/v4kbavf4e">daniel wellington watches</a></span><br /><br />For my road trip, I am planning to pass through Virginia | Tennessee | Kentucky | Illinois | Missouri | Kansas | Colorado | and finally ending in Utah. If you or someone you know has some great tips on places to see and things to do in any of these areas, I would be so happy to hear them!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-22650701540296123892015-06-05T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-05T07:00:06.695-06:00Boston // Pt. 5<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AAXj9OdPbLM/VXGO66juk4I/AAAAAAAAKjk/jl_gO67nrD4/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AAXj9OdPbLM/VXGO66juk4I/AAAAAAAAKjk/jl_gO67nrD4/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_3.jpg" /></a><br />Read Posts <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html">1</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html">2</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-3.html">3</a> // <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/boston-pt-4.html">4</a><br /><br />The next morning, we all headed to downtown Boston so that the guys could register for the big race. However, after sitting in traffic for an hour and not finding any parking, we ditched the guys and headed over to the North End, Italian district (they met up with us when they were done). While we waited, we had lunch in a local Italian restaurant (of course). This restaurant was filled with pictures of celebrities who had eaten there and looked to be run by a "family". But, none of us really enjoyed our meal, because there were at least seven large screen tv's, all playing at a different part of "The Godfather" or some other mobster movie that involved<i> a lot </i>of blood. We had to keep all of the children with us from looking at the tv's while we ate... Not that they wanted to watch it, but it's hard to ignore.<br /><br />We left as soon as we could which happened to be just as the guys pulled up. They took the kids, while their mothers and I stood in line at "Mike's Pastries". That place was packed, there were at least ten different lines going, but they sure have a system down! We couldn't see anything that was available, until it was our turn to order. Unsure of what to do I asked the man working what desserts we should order. With a blank yet incredibly annoyed look on his face he snapped "Cannoli"! So... without further hesitation, that is what I ordered, even though I don't really like cannoli.<br /><br />We gathered with the family in the square and enjoyed our deserts. We happened to be on part of the "Freedom Trail" right next to the church that lit up the lanterns for Paul Revere! It was an almost spiritual moment to think of that historic night and the fact that I was sitting where it took place.<br /><br />After I finished my cannoli (I ate as much as I could and shared the rest with my grateful nephew. It was pretty good for a cannoli. I just don't like that much cream), I took my nephew over to the man on the other side of the square who was playing the accordion. While he played, we danced around the fountain and threw coins in it for wishes. We then hit up a couple of the souvenir shops and headed back to the hotel so the guys could get some rest before the marathon.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xbN2pOQLU8E/VXGO68MN3ZI/AAAAAAAAKjo/p66bODFGL_Y/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xbN2pOQLU8E/VXGO68MN3ZI/AAAAAAAAKjo/p66bODFGL_Y/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IrQMs86HPFU/VXGPCAIcaeI/AAAAAAAAKj8/0eVQCtUhK3I/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IrQMs86HPFU/VXGPCAIcaeI/AAAAAAAAKj8/0eVQCtUhK3I/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Nqq2SxZtj-Q/VXGPCN58ktI/AAAAAAAAKj0/CRCkNR7nzZs/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Nqq2SxZtj-Q/VXGPCN58ktI/AAAAAAAAKj0/CRCkNR7nzZs/s1600/Mikes_Pastries_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gCYqyLvoEiY/VXGPJ21Uq1I/AAAAAAAAKkQ/8TfRo7TkTwQ/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gCYqyLvoEiY/VXGPJ21Uq1I/AAAAAAAAKkQ/8TfRo7TkTwQ/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lMMAyGpwUoI/VXGPJ-lKdaI/AAAAAAAAKkM/XODKvypwLlo/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lMMAyGpwUoI/VXGPJ-lKdaI/AAAAAAAAKkM/XODKvypwLlo/s1600/Boston_Freedom_Trail_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tFgaM94MxOU/VXGPJ6SHgyI/AAAAAAAAKkU/HaY8B2j-V5E/s1600/Paul_Revere_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tFgaM94MxOU/VXGPJ6SHgyI/AAAAAAAAKkU/HaY8B2j-V5E/s1600/Paul_Revere_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x1mYe2y9UyM/VXGPKRysW8I/AAAAAAAAKkg/ZokTTXY4Da0/s1600/Paul_Revere_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-x1mYe2y9UyM/VXGPKRysW8I/AAAAAAAAKkg/ZokTTXY4Da0/s1600/Paul_Revere_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ENVTNo_FrrE/VXGPCMWsIbI/AAAAAAAAKj4/z5jw--v55ss/s1600/Paul_Revere_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ENVTNo_FrrE/VXGPCMWsIbI/AAAAAAAAKj4/z5jw--v55ss/s1600/Paul_Revere_1.jpg" /></a><br />Have you ever been to the North End in Boston?<br /><br />To be continued...Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-1349668489802318682015-06-02T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-02T07:00:03.886-06:00Kickin' It<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qqJD1S9q9-g/VW0f-XHnKFI/AAAAAAAAKf4/gSSsQMQubGI/s1600/Kicks_USA_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qqJD1S9q9-g/VW0f-XHnKFI/AAAAAAAAKf4/gSSsQMQubGI/s1600/Kicks_USA_6.jpg" /></a><br />As my move draws nearer, I am working less and less (friday is my last day... weird) and making time to accomplish all of the things that are left on my bucket list. There is so much to do here and I know I can't do everything, but there are a few that I just can't leave without seeing/ doing.<br /><br />So while I'm kickin' it around DC, I'll be wearing these jeans from <a href="http://www.kicksusa.com/524-skinny-115070176bleach.html"><b>Kicks USA</b></a>! What is not to love about a classic, great pair of jeans? I feel like I have been neglecting denim (in pant form) for the last couple years... I don't know why. I fell into the leggings-as-pants trap and couldn't get out. But these jeans caught my eye and I realized how much I missed wearing a great pair of denim pants.<br /><br />Kicks USA is such a fun company! I loved browsing their site and the classic American styles. While their store is geared toward athletic wear, there are plenty of items for the fashion lover, like me. Plus, <a href="http://www.kicksusa.com/women/shoes.html"><b>sneakers</b></a> are totally in for everyday wear (not that they ever went out of style) and Kicks USA has a great selection!<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EKqaLVCnEjE/VW0gFj6WBmI/AAAAAAAAKgA/Yl1lxfifPjU/s1600/Kicks_USA_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EKqaLVCnEjE/VW0gFj6WBmI/AAAAAAAAKgA/Yl1lxfifPjU/s1600/Kicks_USA_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3mSnbrEZvzo/VW0gFYbJZuI/AAAAAAAAKgI/vInANsvutG8/s1600/Kicks_USA_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3mSnbrEZvzo/VW0gFYbJZuI/AAAAAAAAKgI/vInANsvutG8/s1600/Kicks_USA_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OhKpsuVoUm4/VW0gFtXJuAI/AAAAAAAAKgE/0V_QIyHK4y0/s1600/Kicks_USA_9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OhKpsuVoUm4/VW0gFtXJuAI/AAAAAAAAKgE/0V_QIyHK4y0/s1600/Kicks_USA_9.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WANdUb4xfY8/VW0hYyIE7KI/AAAAAAAAKhk/hPy3rWBrzfY/s1600/The_Land_Of_Salt.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WANdUb4xfY8/VW0hYyIE7KI/AAAAAAAAKhk/hPy3rWBrzfY/s1600/The_Land_Of_Salt.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rne39J1hGm4/VW0gNaS9HsI/AAAAAAAAKgg/VEZ8lCLIsNA/s1600/Kicks_USA.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rne39J1hGm4/VW0gNaS9HsI/AAAAAAAAKgg/VEZ8lCLIsNA/s1600/Kicks_USA.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ofI1NRS1ZI/VW0gNTWw62I/AAAAAAAAKg4/ZWBlv9q__eU/s1600/Kicks_USA_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ofI1NRS1ZI/VW0gNTWw62I/AAAAAAAAKg4/ZWBlv9q__eU/s1600/Kicks_USA_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-y-VTS6kR2FI/VW0gN6OKVPI/AAAAAAAAKgw/EMp2SZYQQUo/s1600/Kicks_USA_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-y-VTS6kR2FI/VW0gN6OKVPI/AAAAAAAAKgw/EMp2SZYQQUo/s1600/Kicks_USA_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DNstK1KpAFo/VW0hTwDec4I/AAAAAAAAKhc/q_F5G5JhQ_I/s1600/Kicks_USA_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DNstK1KpAFo/VW0hTwDec4I/AAAAAAAAKhc/q_F5G5JhQ_I/s1600/Kicks_USA_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xk0AQU2mYw4/VW0gORN0LVI/AAAAAAAAKg0/YGICntuSEtI/s1600/Kicks_USA_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xk0AQU2mYw4/VW0gORN0LVI/AAAAAAAAKg0/YGICntuSEtI/s1600/Kicks_USA_4.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">jeans- c/o <a href="http://www.kicksusa.com/524-skinny-115070176bleach.html">kicks usa</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shirt- <a href="http://www.zara.com/us/en/woman/t-shirts/view-all/batwing-sleeved-t-shirt-c719014p2545564.html">zara</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">shoes- <a href="http://www.svensclogs.com/womens-clogs/low-heel-clog/2-strap-sandal-clogs-sven-style-282-13.html">sven clogs</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">necklace- c/o <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheLandofSalt">the land of salt</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">hat- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/2t7navf4e">target</a> (similar)</span><br /><br />Have you ever been/ are you stuck in the legging-as-pants trap, like me? Be sure to check out Kicks USA's denim selection, they'll help get you out of that legging rut!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-63725168480763192122015-06-01T07:00:00.000-06:002015-06-05T06:30:52.628-06:00Beach Girl<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n2ix44yDWYo/VXBAIAwmYNI/AAAAAAAAKi4/wu8FmLn13hs/s1600/Beach_Fashion_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n2ix44yDWYo/VXBAIAwmYNI/AAAAAAAAKi4/wu8FmLn13hs/s1600/Beach_Fashion_1.jpg" /></a><br />I've never been a beach girl. Growing up, my parents' idea of a vacation was camping- which I love. While my friends all told me about their cruises and trips to the beach, I would tell them about my weekends on ATV's and eating hot dogs. There were a few "water vacations", but for the most part, the beach was foreign. So living next to a beach for the last year and a half has been an amazing experience. There are few sounds more calming than the come-and-go of the waves, squishing sand between your toes is a cathartic experience, and breathing in that salty sea air has got to have real healing qualities.<br /><br />Since my constant beach-time is coming to an end, I'm soaking it in as much as I can and this swimsuit from <a href="http://www.kortnijeane.com/"><b>Kortni Jeane</b></a> is helping me do just that! I love a great, supportive, and vintage swimsuit, and Kortni Jeane is all of those things. I decided to go with a solid black one-piece that has a removable halter strap. I also decided to get two of the peplum accessories, for a little flare- one in black and one in black and white stripes. Kortni Jeane has a wide variety of colors and patterns and with the peplum add-ons you can mix and match all you want!<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XG9SHXHYfFQ/VW-e4hnGWnI/AAAAAAAAKiA/RqWatpIElQo/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XG9SHXHYfFQ/VW-e4hnGWnI/AAAAAAAAKiA/RqWatpIElQo/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LpRfIJK_0nY/VW-e49kGObI/AAAAAAAAKiE/OEA7odTnhCM/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LpRfIJK_0nY/VW-e49kGObI/AAAAAAAAKiE/OEA7odTnhCM/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uwKTKKgy4Pw/VW-e5mX0jAI/AAAAAAAAKiU/K0TP5MLoKBk/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uwKTKKgy4Pw/VW-e5mX0jAI/AAAAAAAAKiU/K0TP5MLoKBk/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YqgSNc1hVVo/VW-e5PU2IEI/AAAAAAAAKiI/Co8O3LlDOSM/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YqgSNc1hVVo/VW-e5PU2IEI/AAAAAAAAKiI/Co8O3LlDOSM/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OBlfqcIATzY/VXBCH-VIhJI/AAAAAAAAKjE/1QCC-NOYWtY/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OBlfqcIATzY/VXBCH-VIhJI/AAAAAAAAKjE/1QCC-NOYWtY/s1600/Kortni_Jeane_Swimsuit_5.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">swimmer- c/o <a href="http://www.kortnijeane.com/collections/one-piece/products/detachable-peplum">kortni jeane</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">kimono- <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/justdawnelle">just dawnelle</a></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">hat- <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/2v24svf4e">target</a> (similar)</span><br /><br />What kind of trips do you tend to go on? Be sure to check out <a href="http://www.kortnijeane.com/"><b>Kortni Jeane</b></a> before you hit the pool/ beach/ slip n' slide!Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-12370870552343745422015-05-28T07:00:00.000-06:002015-05-28T07:00:01.186-06:00Boston // Pt. 4<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LA5_TH1F5S4/VWaBM-EzEjI/AAAAAAAAKec/uBWJnkQATFs/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-LA5_TH1F5S4/VWaBM-EzEjI/AAAAAAAAKec/uBWJnkQATFs/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_1.jpg" /></a><br />Read pt. <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html"><b>1</b></a> //<b> <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html">2</a> </b>// <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-3.html"><b>3</b></a><br /><br />The very first thing we did in Boston was stop at <a href="http://www.nps.gov/adam/index.htm"><b>John Adams' home</b></a>. My brother in-law and sister are huge John and Abigail Adams fans, so it was a must! We had hoped the home would be open for tours, but we were one day too early. However, the grounds were open, so we spent some time outside, exploring, which was a welcome change to the driving.<br /><br />I would love a yard like the Adams'! They have a beautiful garden, a green house, an orchard, a pond in the back, and the grass was covered in beautiful flowers! I was a little obsessed and couldn't stop taking pictures. In my opinion, grass should be covered in flowers like this, always!<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GVtbOF7c4u8/VWaBNV6C33I/AAAAAAAAKek/SfJP7fohUsI/s1600/John_Adams_House_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GVtbOF7c4u8/VWaBNV6C33I/AAAAAAAAKek/SfJP7fohUsI/s1600/John_Adams_House_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rWHjGtayEKQ/VWaBNECZrUI/AAAAAAAAKeg/mcSA3Q56rd8/s1600/John_Adams_House_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rWHjGtayEKQ/VWaBNECZrUI/AAAAAAAAKeg/mcSA3Q56rd8/s1600/John_Adams_House_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pr0FfflHLRM/VWaBTVyDoEI/AAAAAAAAKe4/UhcAY4bA3R0/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pr0FfflHLRM/VWaBTVyDoEI/AAAAAAAAKe4/UhcAY4bA3R0/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ADzxcSfJ2vk/VWaBTm_7m7I/AAAAAAAAKfA/_ZFN5zXIcG8/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ADzxcSfJ2vk/VWaBTm_7m7I/AAAAAAAAKfA/_ZFN5zXIcG8/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xj1PyKARFME/VWaBTyXxCuI/AAAAAAAAKfE/PGcRMExKJr4/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xj1PyKARFME/VWaBTyXxCuI/AAAAAAAAKfE/PGcRMExKJr4/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AhdmEuOoMWA/VWaBUFVLfMI/AAAAAAAAKfY/2Cuuu5fE4mM/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AhdmEuOoMWA/VWaBUFVLfMI/AAAAAAAAKfY/2Cuuu5fE4mM/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7vE75nd3eF4/VWaBTJ_0UMI/AAAAAAAAKe0/DhKewQtb0bI/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7vE75nd3eF4/VWaBTJ_0UMI/AAAAAAAAKe0/DhKewQtb0bI/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UK3R23ZTa-0/VWaBTX7M5cI/AAAAAAAAKe8/JT3nUumDOfo/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UK3R23ZTa-0/VWaBTX7M5cI/AAAAAAAAKe8/JT3nUumDOfo/s1600/Boston_Site_Seeing_13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P8j1Cx2UK2c/VWaBUNp0NRI/AAAAAAAAKfU/nIYykNpRoX8/s1600/John_Adams_House_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P8j1Cx2UK2c/VWaBUNp0NRI/AAAAAAAAKfU/nIYykNpRoX8/s1600/John_Adams_House_2.jpg" /></a><br />We then went out for some amazing Thai food and called it a night. The next couple days were going to be really busy and the boys had to prepare for the big race!<br /><br />to be continued...Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-19959519456951454662015-05-22T07:00:00.000-06:002015-05-24T05:51:14.932-06:00Chill Out // Share Funshine Party<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareFunshine #CollectiveBias</span></i></span><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tDT0f6OJGRY/VV6T13PyDWI/AAAAAAAAKXM/06_khW3ZsvM/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_21.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tDT0f6OJGRY/VV6T13PyDWI/AAAAAAAAKXM/06_khW3ZsvM/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_21.jpg" /></a><br />May is always a crazy month for families. School is coming to a close, tests are in progress, end of year performances and games are happening every night, and everyone is ready to just let loose. Since I know what a stressful time of year it is, I wanted to throw a little party for my family and a few of our neighbors. I wanted to get everyone excited for summer and help ease their anticipation for one evening, but I also reeeallly didn't want to throw your typical "beach" themed party... So, since we are in the middle of May when tension is high, and since it already feels like July, I decided it was time for everyone to "Chill Out".<br /><br />This party was so much fun to plan! All of the food was literally "chilled" so that my guests could really get into the Summer mood. For the food, I went with a candy bar as well as some frozen treats. Including-&nbsp;<span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">M&amp;M's® in all my favorite flavors, SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars, Dr Pepper®, Skittles®, and&nbsp;</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">M&amp;M's® Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">. I even had a section just for the dogs at the party. This included some "chilled" (yes, I chilled the dog treats, too...)&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">Pedigree Dentastix® Dog Treats. It was so fun watching our dog, Copper, sneak back for seconds... and thirds... I had to cut him off.</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><br /></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">I was able to make my grocery shopping for the party a one stop shop at Walmart. Did you know that you can enter to win a $100 Walmart gift card, daily, with the "<a href="http://cbi.as/8v0q" rel="nofollow"><b>Share a Little Funshine Sweepstakes</b></a>"?! Simply share your "Funshine" pictures with the hashtag #sharefunshinesweeps on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Check out the widget, below, for more information. Also, be sure to <span style="font-family: inherit;">d</span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">ownload the Blippar app from your Apple or Android store to scan your package and receive exclusive content.</span></span><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FoKiKak59UQ/VV6UFIq5yiI/AAAAAAAAKXU/1criT_lIkTk/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_18.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FoKiKak59UQ/VV6UFIq5yiI/AAAAAAAAKXU/1criT_lIkTk/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_18.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OCNVzLyesxk/VV6UT8bviKI/AAAAAAAAKXk/vXSASpd-KFg/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OCNVzLyesxk/VV6UT8bviKI/AAAAAAAAKXk/vXSASpd-KFg/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_6.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VZmtyPpTcg0/VV6UTeUyvfI/AAAAAAAAKXc/i_YraZdHpPY/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VZmtyPpTcg0/VV6UTeUyvfI/AAAAAAAAKXc/i_YraZdHpPY/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_10.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CoEfB5f0f6w/VV6UTWR6dCI/AAAAAAAAKX0/lm80LStd5DM/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_14.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CoEfB5f0f6w/VV6UTWR6dCI/AAAAAAAAKX0/lm80LStd5DM/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_14.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IBk3MwvvCtE/VV6UTRRSeCI/AAAAAAAAKXg/eZrKLZtmUZc/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_22.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IBk3MwvvCtE/VV6UTRRSeCI/AAAAAAAAKXg/eZrKLZtmUZc/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_22.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0IJ6OPZhRLI/VV6UlOkYfSI/AAAAAAAAKYI/Y066jshaxLs/s1600/Candy_Bar_Party.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0IJ6OPZhRLI/VV6UlOkYfSI/AAAAAAAAKYI/Y066jshaxLs/s1600/Candy_Bar_Party.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-44VoNTAJZZs/VV6UlAbI1vI/AAAAAAAAKYE/cOFPEJMyJxo/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-44VoNTAJZZs/VV6UlAbI1vI/AAAAAAAAKYE/cOFPEJMyJxo/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mn4PDG-FOKo/VV6UmJp3qZI/AAAAAAAAKYY/Rq9B9z_btRk/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mn4PDG-FOKo/VV6UmJp3qZI/AAAAAAAAKYY/Rq9B9z_btRk/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_9.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G5gPL5CD3XE/VV6UkksZ9EI/AAAAAAAAKX8/jkBXSenC2Ys/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_13.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G5gPL5CD3XE/VV6UkksZ9EI/AAAAAAAAKX8/jkBXSenC2Ys/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_13.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m8rrLc1L9a4/VV6UmOxcVMI/AAAAAAAAKYU/sw8F6ozW_7g/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_16.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m8rrLc1L9a4/VV6UmOxcVMI/AAAAAAAAKYU/sw8F6ozW_7g/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_16.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4wqps1b8koM/VV6UmTyH3LI/AAAAAAAAKYc/UY0NENjhqE4/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4wqps1b8koM/VV6UmTyH3LI/AAAAAAAAKYc/UY0NENjhqE4/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YnO_zLKgMOM/VV6UxG9y7KI/AAAAAAAAKZA/QrlieBVLFF4/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YnO_zLKgMOM/VV6UxG9y7KI/AAAAAAAAKZA/QrlieBVLFF4/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kU-1uB4UDHo/VV6UxBXJrkI/AAAAAAAAKZE/Q9JAHCMrwEE/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kU-1uB4UDHo/VV6UxBXJrkI/AAAAAAAAKZE/Q9JAHCMrwEE/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_4.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N8UpFAb6kv0/VV6UxZY8n7I/AAAAAAAAKZI/709I9mLXcRg/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N8UpFAb6kv0/VV6UxZY8n7I/AAAAAAAAKZI/709I9mLXcRg/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_7.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kp3w4K08X-Q/VV6Uw0n0YwI/AAAAAAAAKY8/VQYFE-ZBM_Y/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_12.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kp3w4K08X-Q/VV6Uw0n0YwI/AAAAAAAAKY8/VQYFE-ZBM_Y/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_12.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hVOYl8xY8Hk/VV6Uw9oWiNI/AAAAAAAAKY4/XmVunqWqjt0/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_15.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hVOYl8xY8Hk/VV6Uw9oWiNI/AAAAAAAAKY4/XmVunqWqjt0/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_15.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DHNrBXOtEBM/VV6UwslKSjI/AAAAAAAAKY0/HGd8m8tr3RA/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_17.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DHNrBXOtEBM/VV6UwslKSjI/AAAAAAAAKY0/HGd8m8tr3RA/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_17.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nSnwHYTahPI/VV6U4miczFI/AAAAAAAAKZo/GRw22U0jU2w/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nSnwHYTahPI/VV6U4miczFI/AAAAAAAAKZo/GRw22U0jU2w/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-p-A6r_RiZVI/VV8dAcGgk7I/AAAAAAAAKbo/WsAImoXPA-Y/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-p-A6r_RiZVI/VV8dAcGgk7I/AAAAAAAAKbo/WsAImoXPA-Y/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zx3Z1y3tl3w/VV8dAnbITJI/AAAAAAAAKbs/uuF2zg80D9w/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zx3Z1y3tl3w/VV8dAnbITJI/AAAAAAAAKbs/uuF2zg80D9w/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G5FY-JzxbTc/VV6VA9DqtEI/AAAAAAAAKaI/slXYg-J-dPM/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G5FY-JzxbTc/VV6VA9DqtEI/AAAAAAAAKaI/slXYg-J-dPM/s1600/Pedigree_Dentastix_Dog_Treats_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-clOcEjDuwMU/VV6VAOxorlI/AAAAAAAAKZ4/ndriywcB5V0/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-clOcEjDuwMU/VV6VAOxorlI/AAAAAAAAKZ4/ndriywcB5V0/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dizh2J54F84/VV6VAG9GgrI/AAAAAAAAKZ8/RcS2l-siz8o/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dizh2J54F84/VV6VAG9GgrI/AAAAAAAAKZ8/RcS2l-siz8o/s1600/Chill_Summer_Party_8.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">I had even prepared a fun game for all of the kids that were in attendance (since&nbsp;there were so many of them). It was really easy and a perfect game for those hot summer days!</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><br /></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">To prepare for the game:</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">Soak a bunch of old, grungy tshirts. Wring them out a little, but not too much. Then fold and place in a grocery bag. I was able to stick two in one bag by folding the bag in half to keep the shirts from touching each other. Then place them all in the freezer for a day or two.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><br /></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">To play the game:</span><br /><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Hand each participant a frozen tshirt. Whomever gets their tshirt all the way on the quickest, wins! They can use their body heat, throw them around, anything they can think of except use a microwave, fire, etc.</span></span><br /><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">It was hilarious to watch the&nbsp;kids scramble to unthaw their tshirts. Plus, it keeps them busy for quite a while! (hint hint to all of those moms with bored kids this Summer!) The winner of our game was given an entire bag of&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">Skittles®.</span><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xDqWScAzx_M/VV6VALFTDBI/AAAAAAAAKZ0/WEv7gh5-GN8/s1600/Frozen_Tshirt_Game_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xDqWScAzx_M/VV6VALFTDBI/AAAAAAAAKZ0/WEv7gh5-GN8/s1600/Frozen_Tshirt_Game_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-el5YBF3j0jI/VV6VAlxchdI/AAAAAAAAKaE/KeFlPThVAVo/s1600/Frozen_Tshirt_Game_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-el5YBF3j0jI/VV6VAlxchdI/AAAAAAAAKaE/KeFlPThVAVo/s1600/Frozen_Tshirt_Game_2.jpg" /></a><br />For my featured treat of the night, I wanted to do something that took me back to my childhood. I grew up eating those old ice cream push pops and haven't had one in years! Since "candy bar" was what was on the menu, I decided to make an&nbsp;<span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's® Ice cream PushPop. They were a big hit, really easy to make, and I'm loving having a few leftovers!</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><br /></span><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Items Needed:</span></span><br /><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">PushPop Containers-&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">I ordered mine</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;online and received a bag of 25 for a small price</span><br /><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Ice Cream- Since I used&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;I stuck with vanilla flavored ice cream</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><br /></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">Directions:</span><br /><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">This (surprisingly) works best when the ice cream is more solid than liquid. If it's pliable but not melting, then it's perfect! Using a spoon, press a layer of ice cream into the&nbsp;push pop container. Alternate layers of ice cream and&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;until you reach the top, then top it off with some&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;for affect. Cap them off, then stick in the freezer until you're ready to serve them. Be sure to pack the ice cream and&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">M&amp;M's®</span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;in as tightly as you can.</span><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qLQ6j0wdtwY/VV6YGgiFe9I/AAAAAAAAKa4/KVZtzGtxgbA/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qLQ6j0wdtwY/VV6YGgiFe9I/AAAAAAAAKa4/KVZtzGtxgbA/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Opctor1yAJ4/VV6YGo0PGrI/AAAAAAAAKa8/giQTlV2JdsY/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Opctor1yAJ4/VV6YGo0PGrI/AAAAAAAAKa8/giQTlV2JdsY/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GWEErAA_ls0/VV6YGtGq27I/AAAAAAAAKbA/XnrC4kQsHhI/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GWEErAA_ls0/VV6YGtGq27I/AAAAAAAAKbA/XnrC4kQsHhI/s1600/M%2526M_PushPop_DIY_3.jpg" /></a><br />I loved "sharing funshine" with this Chill Summer party. Be sure to post how you're "sharing funshine" and enter to win a $100 Walmart gift card, every day! <span style="font-family: inherit;">You can also v<span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">isit&nbsp;</span><a data-original-title="" href="http://cbi.as/8v0q" rel="nofollow" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #4197d2; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="">http://cbi.as/8v0q</a><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">&nbsp;and download awesome MARS, Wrigley, and Dr Pepper coupons.</span></span><br /><a class="e-widget generic-loader" href="https://gleam.io/b02dt/share-a-little-funshine-sweepstakes" rel="nofollow">Share a Little Funshine Sweepstakes</a> <script async="true" src="https://js.gleam.io/e.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nbUCDfcwFD8/VV6eUzA57hI/AAAAAAAAKbY/RE2ChtegWRs/s1600/IMG_0368.JPG" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nbUCDfcwFD8/VV6eUzA57hI/AAAAAAAAKbY/RE2ChtegWRs/s1600/IMG_0368.JPG" /></a>We all had so much fun at the party. It was the perfect way to wind down and give everyone the motivation to finish off the month, strong! How do you deal with your Summer Vacation Anticipation?Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-49707904212973602002015-05-20T07:00:00.000-06:002015-05-20T07:00:04.103-06:00NYC // PT. 3<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xR0mBhrb-os/VVv_bmSuM1I/AAAAAAAAKVw/4mJohBSj5JY/s1600/Good_Morning_NYC_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xR0mBhrb-os/VVv_bmSuM1I/AAAAAAAAKVw/4mJohBSj5JY/s1600/Good_Morning_NYC_1.jpg" /></a><br />NYC Posts&nbsp;<b><a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-1.html">1</a> </b>// <a href="http://www.gentrileeblog.com/2015/05/nyc-pt-2.html"><b>2</b></a><br /><br />With 8 kids in tow, dining out is a stressful and tumultuous task. So my brother in-law and his brother decided to just grab some donuts from the next door bakery, and we could eat them in our hotel rooms. I didn't mind at all; I don't think there's anything quite like eating a sprinkled donut while looking out over NYC... I would pay a lot of money to do that, again. (and yes, I am starting this post off with two donut pictures... I couldn't resist!)<br /><br />After we were all fed, we walked around the corner to Wall Street. We admired the Wall Street Bull (and miraculously got pictures of/ with it. It was a hot tourist spot at 9am), did some souvenir shopping, and explored a little. Then we headed over to the 911 Memorial and Freedom Tower. It was a very humbling and beautiful site. The crowd was more subdued and quiet, but there was a strong sense of Spirit there.<br /><br />We then returned to our vehicles, battled NYC driving one last time, and made our way to Boston.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zbckjGz-D6o/VVv_btZIu0I/AAAAAAAAKVs/gWxOuRaXvQU/s1600/Good_Morning_NYC_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zbckjGz-D6o/VVv_btZIu0I/AAAAAAAAKVs/gWxOuRaXvQU/s1600/Good_Morning_NYC_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c11q5tkrTYc/VVv_KGnVjPI/AAAAAAAAKVQ/-s0mTFe2ndA/s1600/Wall_Street_Bull_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c11q5tkrTYc/VVv_KGnVjPI/AAAAAAAAKVQ/-s0mTFe2ndA/s1600/Wall_Street_Bull_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dmOtGZSz7U4/VVv_KN_iFqI/AAAAAAAAKVM/cyOyuG3S2QQ/s1600/Wall_Street_Bull.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dmOtGZSz7U4/VVv_KN_iFqI/AAAAAAAAKVM/cyOyuG3S2QQ/s1600/Wall_Street_Bull.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CoaJ645jVFg/VVv_YtXL-1I/AAAAAAAAKVg/yiOgMPhz0-8/s1600/Wall_Street_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CoaJ645jVFg/VVv_YtXL-1I/AAAAAAAAKVg/yiOgMPhz0-8/s1600/Wall_Street_2.jpg" /></a><br />Not only is this architecture beautiful, but I also love the little (fake) owl!<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MbJBcHxRiZs/VVv_YrztUbI/AAAAAAAAKVc/1qe-vxMRHO4/s1600/Wall_Street_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MbJBcHxRiZs/VVv_YrztUbI/AAAAAAAAKVc/1qe-vxMRHO4/s1600/Wall_Street_3.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ITB78ESrYJg/VVv_it3kaWI/AAAAAAAAKWA/d7FRTJaN14E/s1600/NYC_Cathederal_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ITB78ESrYJg/VVv_it3kaWI/AAAAAAAAKWA/d7FRTJaN14E/s1600/NYC_Cathederal_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AevS2JWK_SQ/VVv_ihs4O_I/AAAAAAAAKV8/LeRUullK2Bo/s1600/Wall_Street_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AevS2JWK_SQ/VVv_ihs4O_I/AAAAAAAAKV8/LeRUullK2Bo/s1600/Wall_Street_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IJrmhwBfwbk/VVv_jKsfO3I/AAAAAAAAKWM/xBBCCGJDyC4/s1600/Wall_Street_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IJrmhwBfwbk/VVv_jKsfO3I/AAAAAAAAKWM/xBBCCGJDyC4/s1600/Wall_Street_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mpJh8zWV9xk/VVv_qhDNicI/AAAAAAAAKWk/ubPXPrglauY/s1600/911_Memorial_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mpJh8zWV9xk/VVv_qhDNicI/AAAAAAAAKWk/ubPXPrglauY/s1600/911_Memorial_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jFt9leQSAUo/VVv_qttNN-I/AAAAAAAAKWc/P6aj8tJNm9U/s1600/Freedom_Tower.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jFt9leQSAUo/VVv_qttNN-I/AAAAAAAAKWc/P6aj8tJNm9U/s1600/Freedom_Tower.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mzwI4CATB7Y/VVv_qrOV8bI/AAAAAAAAKWg/hR4EyeNc1-E/s1600/Freedom_Tower_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mzwI4CATB7Y/VVv_qrOV8bI/AAAAAAAAKWg/hR4EyeNc1-E/s1600/Freedom_Tower_2.jpg" /></a><br />If you could recommend or see one thing in NYC, what would it be?<br /><br />to be continued...Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-833132705615704520.post-58815204419562981612015-05-18T07:00:00.000-06:002015-05-18T07:11:25.854-06:00Beach Waves For Short Hair // John Frieda® Beach Blonde™<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">#BeBeachBlonde #CollectiveBias</span></i></span><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RqwT8OodEVY/VVngA8E53tI/AAAAAAAAKU0/AlWdCK5CsgY/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RqwT8OodEVY/VVngA8E53tI/AAAAAAAAKU0/AlWdCK5CsgY/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_6.jpg" /></a><br />Summer is coming and I couldn't be happier about it! This winter was pretty brutal. Most of my days were spent stuck inside the house while the world around me closed down. At one point, it felt as though Summer and the sun would never return. But here we are; the heat is rising and Summer is just around the corner!<br /><br />One of my favorite parts about Summer is that I don't really need to do my hair. I can easily get away with that windblown waves look, and it's totally acceptable. When you think of "beach-waves" it is generally associated with long, blonde hair. But guys, let's not let them have all the fun! It's possible for any hair color or hair type to get and rock that look, especially using the new&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://cbi.as/8gbb" rel="nofollow"><b>John Frieda® Beach Blonde™ Collection</b></a>.&nbsp;</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;">I'm going to share my easy-peasy beach-wave tutorial for short hair, but this is how I get the look when I have long hair, too!&nbsp;</span><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SWHsBu1hN3g/VVlzht9v4TI/AAAAAAAAKTE/dJMHDubF0pM/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SWHsBu1hN3g/VVlzht9v4TI/AAAAAAAAKTE/dJMHDubF0pM/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_1.jpg" /></a><br />First, wash your hair with the new&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">John Frieda® Beach Blonde™ Collection Smooth Seas Shampoo and the Cool Dip Conditioner. Both of these smell wonderfully beachy and have a cooling affect that I loved.</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Then towel dry your hair with a soft, cotton towel by scrunching. Don't use a terry-cloth towel and don't rub your hair as that will cause it to be frizzy and break.</span></span><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y-u4uton7qg/VVlzlmLOBbI/AAAAAAAAKTM/Ftk0SrtoS9A/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y-u4uton7qg/VVlzlmLOBbI/AAAAAAAAKTM/Ftk0SrtoS9A/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_3.jpg" /></a><br />Comb out your hair from bottom to top with a wide-tooth comb, then whip your hair around a little to make it piecey.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tXvhDuHRBKI/VVlzt59utbI/AAAAAAAAKTU/zAcwqEaoabU/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tXvhDuHRBKI/VVlzt59utbI/AAAAAAAAKTU/zAcwqEaoabU/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_2.jpg" /></a><br />Part your hair with your fingers on the opposite side you usually part it and then scrunch from the ends to the roots.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-c1H9Thp_2q8/VVlz3IAtYSI/AAAAAAAAKTg/7nxpT-9u0wM/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-c1H9Thp_2q8/VVlz3IAtYSI/AAAAAAAAKTg/7nxpT-9u0wM/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_1.jpg" /></a><br />Now, you wait. Do not use a blow dryer as it will ruin the natural wave you are trying to create. Allow your hair to air dry. When it's just a little damp, spray in the new&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">John Frieda® Beach Blonde™ Collection Sea Waves Salt Spray. You can really do this step at any time during the process. I like to wait until it's almost dry so I get more of a textured look rather than a deliberately wavy look.</span></span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">*TIP* I like to lay down on my hair (scrunch it together- under your head first and lay on your back) if I have extra time. It really adds to the waves and I get to have an excuse to relax.</span></span></span><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1AIMy6FV4cI/VVlz3Ht-xAI/AAAAAAAAKTc/2m-4U88CeXw/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_6.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1AIMy6FV4cI/VVlz3Ht-xAI/AAAAAAAAKTc/2m-4U88CeXw/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_6.jpg" /></a><br />Allow your hair to dry all the way, then switch your part back to it's normal spot with your fingers. This will give your part volume without the blowdryer.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_qnNcBNywN0/VVlz8RARzYI/AAAAAAAAKTs/cEzFD4mrAII/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_qnNcBNywN0/VVlz8RARzYI/AAAAAAAAKTs/cEzFD4mrAII/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_8.jpg" /></a><br />Use your flat iron to fix any pieces that need fixing. I use it as little as possible and only add curl to pieces that are flat or smooth piece that got a little crazy. This is supposed to be a natural look, so don't get too flat-iron-happy.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-14vtLtIBKFE/VVl0BtvqnGI/AAAAAAAAKT4/KOvLyhYbhDY/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-14vtLtIBKFE/VVl0BtvqnGI/AAAAAAAAKT4/KOvLyhYbhDY/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_7.jpg" /></a><br />I decided to add a little more of the Salt Spray at this point.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-x3UfSGY787A/VVl0BvJV_gI/AAAAAAAAKT0/mmDtR9W6ZNs/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-x3UfSGY787A/VVl0BvJV_gI/AAAAAAAAKT0/mmDtR9W6ZNs/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_3.jpg" /></a><br />Then, you're done! It looks like you've just come from the beach with your perfectly-not-so-perfect waves.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F7VJAe5YKoQ/VVl0Hv5PQjI/AAAAAAAAKUE/RyF9WhaVRXc/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-F7VJAe5YKoQ/VVl0Hv5PQjI/AAAAAAAAKUE/RyF9WhaVRXc/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_4.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3AEb_5Q7e0E/VVl0HqpTc3I/AAAAAAAAKUQ/lQfmdP_vgJM/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_5.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3AEb_5Q7e0E/VVl0HqpTc3I/AAAAAAAAKUQ/lQfmdP_vgJM/s1600/Beach_Waves_Short_Hair_5.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GMeGT3GFEPA/VVl0HtZ6vlI/AAAAAAAAKUI/qmQf3ylE4PE/s1600/John_Frieda_Sea_Salt_Spray_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GMeGT3GFEPA/VVl0HtZ6vlI/AAAAAAAAKUI/qmQf3ylE4PE/s1600/John_Frieda_Sea_Salt_Spray_1.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jQaHvdDqXT4/VVl0LyP79wI/AAAAAAAAKUc/pCUy0P7gXdI/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jQaHvdDqXT4/VVl0LyP79wI/AAAAAAAAKUc/pCUy0P7gXdI/s1600/John_Frieda_Beach_Blonde_2.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uPiMSqR4duA/VVl0SpLAd_I/AAAAAAAAKUk/c0KhH4V7ypg/s1600/IMG_0341.JPG" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uPiMSqR4duA/VVl0SpLAd_I/AAAAAAAAKUk/c0KhH4V7ypg/s1600/IMG_0341.JPG" /></a><br />I love this new&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><a href="http://cbi.as/8gbb" rel="nofollow"><b>John Frieda® Beach Blonde™ Collection</b></a>. It is light, cooling, and infused with sea salt and coconut scents. Let me know if you give it a try! I'd love to see your results.</span></span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">Now it's time to hit the beach! Or, at least pretend to with our <a href="http://cbi.as/8qm1" rel="nofollow"><b>windblown waves</b></a>...&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">P.S. You can pick up some similar sunglasses at Target or <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/2dt53vf4e" rel="nofollow"><b>Target online</b></a>!</span></span></span>Gentrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17988922330591439573noreply@blogger.com3